1975 Chrysler Centura 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 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Centura 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 (542 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 424 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 880 kg more than 1975 Chrysler Centura. 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 Chrysler Centura. 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 (750 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 574 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chrysler Centura. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Centura | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Centura | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2920 mm |
