1991 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2010 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayman is newer by 19 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayman (265 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1991 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 280 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Porsche Cayman (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Thunderbird. (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Thunderbird | 2010 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Thunderbird | Cayman |
Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 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 | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |