1975 Ford Capri 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 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 775 kg more than 1975 Ford Capri. 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri. 2012 Porsche Panamera has automatic transmission and 1975 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1975 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Porsche Panamera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Capri | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Capri | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2920 mm |
