1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Coronet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 530 kg more than 1968 Dodge Coronet. 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 1968 Dodge Coronet. 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 (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Dodge Coronet.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Coronet | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Coronet | Panamera |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2918 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |