1972 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 403 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Camaro | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Camaro | Panamera |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2918 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |