2004 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1993 Porsche 993
To start off, 2004 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. (249 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 325 kg more than 1993 Porsche 993.
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, 2004 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 993. (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 993. 2004 Ford Thunderbird has automatic transmission and 1993 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1993 Porsche 993 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Thunderbird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Thunderbird | 1993 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Thunderbird | 993 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2280 mm |
