1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 305 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Chevelle | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2918 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |
