1991 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1968 Porsche 911
To start off, 1991 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Porsche 911 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1991 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 590 kg more than 1968 Porsche 911.
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 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Porsche 911. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Thunderbird | 1968 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Thunderbird | 911 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |