1973 Honda 1300 vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (405 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1350 kg more than 1973 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Honda 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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 Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | 1300 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4800 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 100 L |
