1976 Audi 100 vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Audi 100 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1976 Audi 100. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 800 kg more than 1976 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 536 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi 100. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Audi 100 | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | 100 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2142 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2918 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
