1971 Audi 100 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Audi 100 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 (424 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1971 Audi 100. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 870 kg more than 1971 Audi 100. 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 1971 Audi 100. 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 (521 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi 100. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi 100 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | 100 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2920 mm |
