1987 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1991 Porsche 968
To start off, 1991 Porsche 968 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1987 Ford Thunderbird. (193 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 968 weights approximately 464 kg more than 1987 Ford Thunderbird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Porsche 968 (305 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Thunderbird. (91 Nm). This means 1991 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Thunderbird | 1991 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Thunderbird | 968 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 74 L |
