1986 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Boxster (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1986 Ford Thunderbird. (162 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 33 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Porsche Boxster (321 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Thunderbird. (241 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Thunderbird | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Thunderbird | Boxster |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.4 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1378 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |