1975 Ford LTD 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 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford LTD weights approximately 20 kg more than 2013 Porsche Panamera.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford LTD. 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, 1975 Ford LTD (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Panamera. (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1975 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Panamera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford LTD | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | LTD | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 395 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2920 mm |
