1995 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2000 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2000 Porsche Boxster is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Boxster (249 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. (230 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1995 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, 1995 Ford Thunderbird (447 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche Boxster. (309 Nm). This means 1995 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche Boxster. 1995 Ford Thunderbird has automatic transmission and 2000 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2000 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Ford Thunderbird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Thunderbird | 2000 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Thunderbird | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 249 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2420 mm |
