1975 Porsche 924 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 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 924 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 (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1975 Porsche 924. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1975 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 620 kg more than 1975 Porsche 924. 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 Porsche 924. 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 (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Porsche 924. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Porsche 924 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 924 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 283 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2920 mm |
