2005 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1982 Porsche 930
To start off, 2005 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,933 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 452 kg more than 1982 Porsche 930.
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, 1982 Porsche 930 (440 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. (388 Nm). This means 1982 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Thunderbird | 1982 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Thunderbird | 930 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3933 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
