1969 Ford Capri vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri 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 (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (82 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 894 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri. 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 1969 Ford Capri. 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 (500 Nm) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (149 Nm). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Capri | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 282 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2920 mm |
