2005 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1986 Porsche 928
To start off, 2005 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 3,933 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 928 (288 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. (280 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Thunderbird.
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, 1986 Porsche 928 (410 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. (388 Nm). This means 1986 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Thunderbird | 1986 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Thunderbird | 928 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3933 cc | 2957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 288 HP |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |
