1976 Ford Taunus 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 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus 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 306 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 685 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus. 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 Ford Taunus. 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 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Taunus | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2920 mm |
