1972 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (542 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (330 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 509 kg more than 1972 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Mustang. 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 (750 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Mustang. (502 Nm). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Mustang | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1486 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2920 mm |
