1971 Toyota Sprinter 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 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Sprinter 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 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 438 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 1215 kg more than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 603 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Toyota Sprinter | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Toyota | Porsche |
| Model | Sprinter | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 4806 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2920 mm |
