1964 Trabant Universal vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Trabant Universal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Trabant Universal 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 (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 1964 Trabant Universal. (23 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1964 Trabant Universal. 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 1964 Trabant Universal. 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 (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant Universal. (51 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Trabant Universal | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Trabant | Porsche |
Model | Universal | Panamera |
Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 595 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 51 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2920 mm |