Thunder Storm vs Continental Blue

How close are they?

ΔE 8.0, close: similar, with a visible difference side by side. Continental Blue is a little lighter, more muted than Thunder Storm.

Can I use Continental Blue instead of Thunder Storm?

Usually, if you are not matching paint already on the model. Close match (ΔE 8). Continental Blue is a little lighter, more muted than Thunder Storm.

Can I use Thunder Storm instead of Continental Blue?

The same difference applies the other way round: Thunder Storm is a little darker, more saturated.

ΔE is the colour difference between our two swatch estimates: under about 6 is close, over about 15 is loose. Real paints also differ in finish, coverage and how they thin, so test before you commit.