1993 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (224 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1993 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 332 kg more than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
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, 1993 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Thunderbird | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Thunderbird | Boxster |
Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |