1968 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 6,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Caprice. (275 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 130 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Caprice. 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 1968 Chevrolet Caprice. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Caprice | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Caprice | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6476 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2920 mm |
