1994 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2005 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 Porsche Boxster is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1994 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 270 kg more than 2005 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, 1994 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Thunderbird | 2005 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Thunderbird | Boxster |
Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 225 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 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2360 mm |