1975 Austin 1800 vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 1975 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 780 kg more than 1975 Austin 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Austin 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 559 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Austin 1800 | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | 1800 | Panamera |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 4806 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1931 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 100 L |