1995 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayman is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayman (295 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 189 kg more than 2006 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, 1995 Ford Thunderbird (447 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Cayman. (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Thunderbird | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Thunderbird | Cayman |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2420 mm |