1969 Austin 3-Litre vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1969 Austin 3-Litre. (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin 3-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 270 kg more than 1969 Austin 3-Litre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin 3-Litre. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin 3-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin 3-Litre | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | 3-Litre | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |
