1963 MG 1100 vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 MG 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 MG 1100 would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1963 MG 1100. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1963 MG 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1963 MG 1100. 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 1963 MG 1100. 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 (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 MG 1100. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 MG 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 MG 1100 | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | MG | Porsche |
| Model | 1100 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2920 mm |
