1973 Honda 1300 vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 39 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (250 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300.
Because 2012 Porsche Panamera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Porsche Panamera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda 1300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | 1300 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2967 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 100 L |
