1958 Opel Kapitan vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Opel Kapitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Opel Kapitan 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 (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 1958 Opel Kapitan. (74 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1958 Opel Kapitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 755 kg more than 1958 Opel Kapitan. 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 1958 Opel Kapitan. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Opel Kapitan | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Kapitan | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2473 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| 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 | 1215 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2920 mm |
