1997 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 466 more horse power than 1997 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 275 kg more than 2002 Porsche Carrera GT.
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, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (620 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Thunderbird. (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Thunderbird | 2002 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Thunderbird | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76 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 | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
