2003 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2010 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2010 Porsche Boxster is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Boxster (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Ford Thunderbird. (249 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 410 kg more than 2010 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, 2003 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche Boxster. (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche Boxster. 2003 Ford Thunderbird has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Thunderbird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Thunderbird | 2010 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Thunderbird | Boxster |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3934 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4371 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1293 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |