1988 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 1998 Porsche 993 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. (210 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 290 kg more than 1998 Porsche 993.
Because 1998 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (427 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 993. (362 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Thunderbird | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Thunderbird | 993 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2280 mm |
