1966 Audi Variant vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Audi Variant 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 329 more horse power than 1966 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1966 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 790 kg more than 1966 Audi Variant. 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 1966 Audi Variant. 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 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Audi Variant. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Audi Variant | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | Variant | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2920 mm |
