1969 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Thunderbird (355 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (236 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Ford Thunderbird (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Thunderbird | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Thunderbird | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7029 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 29.4 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 64 L |
