1957 Buick 40 vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1957 Buick 40. (248 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1957 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 175 kg more than 1957 Buick 40. 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 1957 Buick 40. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Buick 40. (515 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Buick 40 | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | 40 | Panamera |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 4806 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1931 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2920 mm |