1988 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2011 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman is newer by 23 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, 2011 Porsche Cayman (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. (210 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 360 kg more than 2011 Porsche Cayman.
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, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (427 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Cayman. (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Thunderbird | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Thunderbird | Cayman |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1306 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2416 mm |