1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford GT 40 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 (424 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1967 Ford GT 40. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford GT 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1967 Ford GT 40. 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 1967 Ford GT 40. 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 (521 Nm) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford GT 40 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | GT 40 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2920 mm |
