1966 Ford Consul vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Consul would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1966 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 1038 kg more than 1966 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford Consul | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Consul | Panamera |
Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1181 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2918 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 100 L |