1975 Audi 80 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 80 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 1975 Audi 80. (110 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 1058 kg more than 1975 Audi 80. 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 1975 Audi 80. 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 560 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 80. (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | 80 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2920 mm |
