1976 Holden Sunbird 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 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Sunbird 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 287 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 685 kg more than 1976 Holden Sunbird. 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 Holden Sunbird. 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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (259 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Sunbird | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2920 mm |
