1947 Austin 16 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 66 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin 16 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 520 kg more than 1947 Austin 16. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1947 Austin 16. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | 16 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 283 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2920 mm |
