1977 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (429 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 940 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (520 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo GT | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | GT | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 100 L |
