1963 Ford Cortina vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Cortina 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 (424 HP) has 375 more horse power than 1963 Ford Cortina. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 697 kg more than 1963 Ford Cortina. 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 1963 Ford Cortina. 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 (521 Nm) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Cortina. (85 Nm). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Cortina | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Cortina | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 424 HP |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1223 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2920 mm |
