1974 Volvo 245 vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 245. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 245. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 406 kg more than 1974 Volvo 245. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 245. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 245. 1974 Volvo 245 has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche Panamera has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche Panamera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Volvo 245 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Volvo 245 | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Volvo | Porsche |
| Model | 245 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2125 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1394 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2918 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
