1991 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2002 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2002 Panoz AIV is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1991 Ford Thunderbird. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 572 kg more than 2002 Panoz AIV.
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, 2002 Panoz AIV (408 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Thunderbird. (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Thunderbird | 2002 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Ford | Panoz |
| Model | Thunderbird | AIV |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 59 L |
