1990 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2003 Noble M14
To start off, 2003 Noble M14 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Noble M14 (396 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1990 Ford Thunderbird. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Noble M14 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 460 kg more than 2003 Noble M14.
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, 2003 Noble M14 (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Thunderbird. (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Noble M14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Thunderbird | 2003 Noble M14 | |
Make | Ford | Noble |
Model | Thunderbird | M14 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2440 mm |