1972 Lancia Beta 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 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (424 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1972 Lancia Beta. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1972 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 920 kg more than 1972 Lancia Beta. 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 Lancia Beta. 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 (521 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lancia Beta. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Lancia Beta | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Lancia | Porsche |
Model | Beta | Panamera |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1755 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2920 mm |