1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Panamera. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Panamera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 860 kg more than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford GT 40. 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 (400 Nm) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford GT 40 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | GT 40 | Panamera |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | single |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2920 mm |