1954 Chrysler Windsor vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Chrysler Windsor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Chrysler Windsor would be higher. At 5,420 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Chrysler Windsor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1954 Chrysler Windsor. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1954 Chrysler Windsor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 70 kg more than 1954 Chrysler Windsor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Chrysler Windsor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Chrysler Windsor | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Windsor | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5420 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2920 mm |
