1964 Triumph TR4 vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Triumph TR4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Triumph TR4 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1964 Triumph TR4. (100 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1964 Triumph TR4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 895 kg more than 1964 Triumph TR4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Triumph TR4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Triumph TR4. (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Triumph TR4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Triumph TR4 | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Triumph | Porsche |
| Model | TR4 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2138 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2918 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 100 L |
