1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 335 kg more than 1976 Dodge Aspen. 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 1976 Dodge Aspen. 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 (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Dodge Aspen | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Aspen | Panamera |
Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2920 mm |