1961 Renault 4 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Renault 4 would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1961 Renault 4. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1961 Renault 4. 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 1961 Renault 4. 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 (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault 4. (51 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Renault 4 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Renault | Porsche |
| Model | 4 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 601 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Top Speed | 110 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2920 mm |
