03 Mustang VS 92 Thunderbird 5.0

Undecided · 02-24-2002, 04:24 PM

I hav somewht of a dilema I currtly have the choice between a 1992 Thunderbird 5.0 high output and the new 2003 SVT Mustang Cobra. The Thunderbrd wuld be an interesting project and I could probably get down to a 9 sec. car, however I'm absolutly in love with the new Mustang. On the flipside Thunderbirds are my absolute favorite car so as you can see I'm very confused. PLEASE let me know what you think.

Scott
aggrosk800@yahoo.com

silverv6 · 02-24-2002, 04:45 PM

go with the CoBrA

Fox Body · 02-24-2002, 04:45 PM

Yeah right, this is gonna be easy. Let's see a big 1992 thunderbird 5.0 HO (ooooh<--- sarcasm) or a 2003 SVT Mustang Cobra

. I think I'll go with the Cobra... ah yeah. But hey, that's just my worthless opinion

Mr 5 0 · 02-24-2002, 05:03 PM

Apples and oranges comparision.

The '92 'Bird is a project car while the '03 Cobra is turnkey muscle car with all the goodies and a 13-second et right off the showroom floor.

If you really prefer building a car to buying one already finished, go for the 'Bird. I would kill for a new Cobra and I think you would be far ahead going that route. You can still mod it somewhat if you feel the need but the choice seems like a no-brainer, to me.

Unit 5302 · 02-24-2002, 05:05 PM

I think there is a lot more work than you think to do to get that Thunderbird into the 9's. If you have a builder do the work, I wouldn't be the least bit suprised to see you spend just as much on the Thunderbird as you would the Cobra. The Cobra isn't going to run 9's, but with some good hook and some minor changes, 11's are well within reason.

I like the Thunderbird a lot too. It's a great sleeper car, and I think they look pretty sweet. That being said, those cars aren't even a close comparison as to which I'd rather have.

StoplightWarrior · 02-24-2002, 05:32 PM

Yeah, I have a similar dilemna. Right now, there are 2 girls who are interested in me. One has only one leg, is addicted to Heroin, and lost one eye in a salad shooter mishap. But I think she'd be a great girlfriend in the longrun. On the other hand, this other girl is drop dead gorgeous, a Victoria's Secret model, graduated from Stanford, and is currently in Medical school. Oh yeah, her parents left her 34 million dollars in their will. I just don't know what to do?

Dude, get the Cobra!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Fox Body · 02-24-2002, 05:36 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by StoplightWarrior
Yeah, I have a similar dilemna. Right now, there are 2 girls who are interested in me. One has only one leg, is addicted to Heroin, and lost one eye in a salad shooter mishap. But I think she'd be a great girlfriend in the longrun. On the other hand, this other girl is drop dead gorgeous, a Victoria's Secret model, graduated from Stanford, and is currently in Medical school. Oh yeah, her parents left her 34 million dollars in their will. I just don't know what to do?

Aaaah yes. The King of Sarcasm has struck again

. I love it!!!

srv1 · 02-24-2002, 08:41 PM

go with the Bird. anyone who can afford a Cobra, can drive one off the showroom floor, but to build a Bird? i say go with the Bird. how many Birds compared to Stangs you see running 9's? not many that i know of. if you want to be different, go with the Bird. you didnt mention how much you want to spend. if you are limited, go with the Cobra. its already faster compared to the stock Bird.

6T9PONY · 02-24-2002, 08:44 PM

My vote goes to the Cobra.

1969Mach1 · 02-24-2002, 09:22 PM

My dad has a '90 35th Anniv. SC., they are nice cars but I don't think anything compared to the new Cobra's. It all really depends, my vote goes for the Cobra, only because I think it's a very sweet car. T-Birds are nice looking but the Cobra's are amazing all around.

HiFlow5 0 · 02-25-2002, 09:42 AM

go with the victoria secret model.....oh wait was that one of the choices?

7000rpmisheaven · 02-26-2002, 12:32 PM

StoplightWarrior that was a good one.

04-04-2002, 06:21 PM

i say grab a 96/97 bird they are styled better then the 92, they have a 4.6 instead of the 5.0 i have seen a couple of 12 second thunderbirds (no bad for 3700lbs) makes a great sleeper.

czstang1701 · 04-04-2002, 06:39 PM

i seriously cant beleve thats a dilema for you. have you yet to sit in the cobra yet? when you do, im sure you'll make up your mind.

moc · 04-04-2002, 09:04 PM

I would say that there is going to be a BIG diffrence in bucks you spend, Cobra's ain't cheap,92 thunderbirds are

czstang1701 · 04-05-2002, 03:05 AM

im just thinkin that because he said he was thinking of both, the money didnt seem like much of a problem..after all, the money he'll spend making the Thunderbird a "9 second car" would make it pretty pricey.

mustangman65_79 · 04-05-2002, 09:49 AM

I think the Cobra is winning.

silver_pilate · 04-05-2002, 09:30 PM

Yeah, I would kill for a new Cobra as well.

Hey Jim, who could we kill?? I tell you what, if you pull the trigger, I'll drive the getaway car...even clean up the crime scene. Then we'll put the Cobra in your name, and I get it every other summer, k?

Seriously, though. If I had $35000 to spend, I would be hard pressed to decide on spending it on an AWESOME new Cobra, or dumping into my Fox to create something that would blow the doors off 99.9999% of anything on the road (except Radical's 418, of course).

--nathan

PGkelly · 04-05-2002, 10:32 PM

wait, all these people saying the T-bird is a good looking car have got me confused....are we talking about the same vehicle? the one i thought he was talking about was the thunderbird made by Ford, which was pretty bland looking, in a droopy, flat, round, caprice classic kinda way, and too heavy to get out of it's own way. yeah, go with the Cobra.

srv1 · 04-05-2002, 11:00 PM

their are many Stangs on the road compared to T-Birds. Go with the Bird!! be different!

02-24-2002, 04:24 PM	#1
Undecided Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Enfield,CT Posts: 8	03 Mustang VS 92 Thunderbird 5.0 I hav somewht of a dilema I currtly have the choice between a 1992 Thunderbird 5.0 high output and the new 2003 SVT Mustang Cobra. The Thunderbrd wuld be an interesting project and I could probably get down to a 9 sec. car, however I'm absolutly in love with the new Mustang. On the flipside Thunderbirds are my absolute favorite car so as you can see I'm very confused. PLEASE let me know what you think. Scott aggrosk800@yahoo.com

02-24-2002, 04:45 PM	#3
Fox Body Mustang Maniac Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: GA, U.S.A Posts: 2,266	Yeah right, this is gonna be easy. Let's see a big 1992 thunderbird 5.0 HO (ooooh<--- sarcasm) or a 2003 SVT Mustang Cobra . I think I'll go with the Cobra... ah yeah. But hey, that's just my worthless opinion __________________ 351W-powered 1979 Ford Mustang Ghia notchback '79 Video @ Idle Stock 5.8L under 4" cowl 'glass hood, C4 w/ Transgo shift kit, Holley 750 cfm, Edelbrock Performer RPM intake; Fluidyne Al radiator, Flexalite 175 electric fan, 1 5/8" MAC shorty headers, FRPP Al driveshaft; S&W 6-point cage; 2.5" Off road H-pipe, 2-chamber Flowmasters, 8.8" Rear w/ 3.55s; Weld wheels (15x6;15x8), Front: 225/60/15, Rear: 275/50/15 Nitto NT 555R Drag Radials; 14 x 4” K&N X-stream air filter. '92 GT (5-speed) Small In Car Video Stock 5.0L, 2-chamber Flowmasters, MAC CAI, Tri-Ax, Al pedals... "Red, thou art my companion. Hasten now your quickened metamorphosis to Green that I may conquer all who dare abide there beside me. May they be left thither behind burnt black." ---Fox Body

02-24-2002, 05:03 PM	#4
Mr 5 0 Conservative Individualist Join Date: May 1997 Location: Wherever I need to be Posts: 7,487	Decisions, decisions Apples and oranges comparision. The '92 'Bird is a project car while the '03 Cobra is turnkey muscle car with all the goodies and a 13-second et right off the showroom floor. If you really prefer building a car to buying one already finished, go for the 'Bird. I would kill for a new Cobra and I think you would be far ahead going that route. You can still mod it somewhat if you feel the need but the choice seems like a no-brainer, to me.

02-24-2002, 05:32 PM	#6
StoplightWarrior Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Nor-Cal Posts: 1,311	Yeah, I have a similar dilemna. Right now, there are 2 girls who are interested in me. One has only one leg, is addicted to Heroin, and lost one eye in a salad shooter mishap. But I think she'd be a great girlfriend in the longrun. On the other hand, this other girl is drop dead gorgeous, a Victoria's Secret model, graduated from Stanford, and is currently in Medical school. Oh yeah, her parents left her 34 million dollars in their will. I just don't know what to do? Dude, get the Cobra!!!!!!!!!!!!! __________________ Black 2000 GT Auto V2-SQ, Full Steeda G-trac Suspension, Baer Brakes, Saleen Body Kit, Corbeau CR1s, Chrome Cobra R's, etc, etc... 341rwhp, 338 torque 1994 Cobra #4343 Bolt on's only... Cofounder of Raccoon Racing

02-24-2002, 08:41 PM	#8
srv1 Get down..... Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Room 103 Posts: 2,095	go with the Bird. anyone who can afford a Cobra, can drive one off the showroom floor, but to build a Bird? i say go with the Bird. how many Birds compared to Stangs you see running 9's? not many that i know of. if you want to be different, go with the Bird. you didnt mention how much you want to spend. if you are limited, go with the Cobra. its already faster compared to the stock Bird. __________________ Cobra brakes are on! Finally..... ------------------------------------------------

02-24-2002, 04:45 PM	#2
silverv6 Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Fallbrook , CA Posts: 158	go with the CoBrA

02-24-2002, 05:05 PM	#5
Unit 5302 Registered Member Join Date: May 1999 Posts: 5,246	I think there is a lot more work than you think to do to get that Thunderbird into the 9's. If you have a builder do the work, I wouldn't be the least bit suprised to see you spend just as much on the Thunderbird as you would the Cobra. The Cobra isn't going to run 9's, but with some good hook and some minor changes, 11's are well within reason. I like the Thunderbird a lot too. It's a great sleeper car, and I think they look pretty sweet. That being said, those cars aren't even a close comparison as to which I'd rather have.

02-24-2002, 08:44 PM	#9
6T9PONY All about the Windsor. Join Date: Feb 2000 Posts: 2,052	My vote goes to the Cobra.

02-24-2002, 09:22 PM	#10
1969Mach1 HEY I CAN SET A NAME NOW! Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 2,556	My dad has a '90 35th Anniv. SC., they are nice cars but I don't think anything compared to the new Cobra's. It all really depends, my vote goes for the Cobra, only because I think it's a very sweet car. T-Birds are nice looking but the Cobra's are amazing all around. __________________ 1969 Mustang Mach 1Sold 351-4V Windsor, 4 Speed MACH 1 - Moving At The Speed Of Sound. 1979 Mustang Indianapolis 500 Pace Car For Sale - Email me for Info 302-2V, 3-Speed Auto One of 2,106 made One of 405 sent to Canada. Yes those are caution lights, and No you can't pass me when there on. Ricer Hater's Club - Member #4

02-25-2002, 09:42 AM	#11
HiFlow5 0 Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Springfield, Ma, usa Posts: 706	go with the victoria secret model.....oh wait was that one of the choices? __________________ NewEngland Auto www.baystategearheads.com -91 Mustang Coupe, ex 4cyl (sold) -99 F150, 3" lift, 35" Procomps, Magnaflow exhaust

02-26-2002, 12:32 PM	#12
7000rpmisheaven Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: germantown MD Posts: 283	StoplightWarrior that was a good one. __________________ 85 GT 4bbl roller cam 2 ch. Flowmasters, O/R H-pipe Performer intake and carb milodon water pump, FMS 9mm wires, aluminum driveshaft, king cobra clutch

04-04-2002, 06:21 PM	#13
01silverstreak Guest Posts: n/a	i say grab a 96/97 bird they are styled better then the 92, they have a 4.6 instead of the 5.0 i have seen a couple of 12 second thunderbirds (no bad for 3700lbs) makes a great sleeper.

04-04-2002, 06:39 PM	#14
czstang1701 Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: California, Tracy Posts: 71	i seriously cant beleve thats a dilema for you. have you yet to sit in the cobra yet? when you do, im sure you'll make up your mind. __________________ -2002 Mustang GT "True blue" -stock 5 speed. Brand new! w00 h00! :-D

04-04-2002, 09:04 PM	#15
moc Registered Member Join Date: Mar 1999 Location: Ocean City , Maryland Posts: 344	$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ I would say that there is going to be a BIG diffrence in bucks you spend, Cobra's ain't cheap,92 thunderbirds are __________________ 1991 5.0 NotchBack,Black as of 05/04/09 34,300mi. 2001 LIGHTNING Black 29,872 mi. 05/04/09 (Hangar Queen) SMOKEM UP

04-05-2002, 03:05 AM	#16
czstang1701 Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: California, Tracy Posts: 71	im just thinkin that because he said he was thinking of both, the money didnt seem like much of a problem..after all, the money he'll spend making the Thunderbird a "9 second car" would make it pretty pricey. __________________ -2002 Mustang GT "True blue" -stock 5 speed. Brand new! w00 h00! :-D

04-05-2002, 09:49 AM	#17
mustangman65_79 My poor 79 RIP Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Suisun City, Posts: 2,320	I think the Cobra is winning. __________________ '84 mustang GT turbo '85 LTD '89 Camaro Irocz z28 '94 Lightning '96 Trans am

04-05-2002, 09:30 PM	#18
silver_pilate DURKA DURKA!! Join Date: Sep 1997 Location: Lubbock, TX...(TX panhandle) Posts: 1,418	Yeah, I would kill for a new Cobra as well. Hey Jim, who could we kill?? I tell you what, if you pull the trigger, I'll drive the getaway car...even clean up the crime scene. Then we'll put the Cobra in your name, and I get it every other summer, k? Seriously, though. If I had $35000 to spend, I would be hard pressed to decide on spending it on an AWESOME new Cobra, or dumping into my Fox to create something that would blow the doors off 99.9999% of anything on the road (except Radical's 418, of course). --nathan __________________ '91 GT, Coast 347, 9.5:1 compression, full intake, Wolverine 1087 cam, exhaust, Keith Craft ported Windsor Jr. Irons (235 cfm intake, 195 cfm exhaust), AOD, PI 3500 converter, Lentech valve body, 3.73's (4.10's in the works), and Yokohama ES100's out back. Daily Car: '04 Infiniti G35 Sedan 6MT

04-05-2002, 10:32 PM	#19
PGkelly Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Posts: 274	wait, all these people saying the T-bird is a good looking car have got me confused....are we talking about the same vehicle? the one i thought he was talking about was the thunderbird made by Ford, which was pretty bland looking, in a droopy, flat, round, caprice classic kinda way, and too heavy to get out of it's own way. yeah, go with the Cobra. __________________ If it ain't broke, make it go faster AOL: MCVillain45

04-05-2002, 11:00 PM	#20
srv1 Get down..... Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Room 103 Posts: 2,095	their are many Stangs on the road compared to T-Birds. Go with the Bird!! be different! __________________ Cobra brakes are on! Finally..... ------------------------------------------------

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