1971 Ford 17 vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford 17 would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1971 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 725 kg more than 1971 Ford 17. 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 (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford 17 | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | 17 | Panamera |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 4806 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1931 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 80 L |