2003 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1988 Porsche 928
To start off, 2003 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 928 (307 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2003 Ford Thunderbird. (249 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 215 kg more than 1988 Porsche 928.
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, 1988 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Thunderbird. (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Thunderbird | 1988 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Thunderbird | 928 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3934 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 307 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 76 L |