1974 Ford Capri vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri 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 (493 HP) has 439 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (54 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 985 kg more than 1974 Ford Capri. 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 1974 Ford Capri. 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 (700 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 609 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Capri | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Capri | Panamera |
Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 493 HP |
Torque | 91 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2920 mm |