1995 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, both 1995 Ford Thunderbird and 1995 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 254 kg more than 1995 Porsche 911.
Because 1995 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Ford Thunderbird (447 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 911. (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 911. 1995 Ford Thunderbird has automatic transmission and 1995 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1995 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Ford Thunderbird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Thunderbird | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Thunderbird | 911 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1260 mm |