1977 Austin Maxi vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 432 more horse power than 1977 Austin Maxi. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1977 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 990 kg more than 1977 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Austin Maxi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 595 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Austin Maxi | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | Maxi | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2918 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |
