1968 Mazda Familia 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 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia 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 (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 436 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. 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 Mazda Familia. 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 (700 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 619 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Mazda Familia 2013 Porsche Panamera
Make Mazda Porsche
Model Familia Panamera
Year Released 1968 2013
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 985 cc 4800 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line single
Horse Power 57 HP 493 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 81 Nm 700 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Electric
Drive Type Rear AWD
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 790 kg 1970 kg
Vehicle Length 3710 mm 4970 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 2114 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1418 mm
Wheelbase Size 2200 mm 2920 mm


 

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