1977 Ferrari 400 vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1977 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari 400 (336 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2011 Porsche Panamera. (300 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2011 Porsche Panamera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2011 Porsche Panamera. 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, 1977 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Panamera. (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1977 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Panamera.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ferrari 400 | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 400 | Panamera |
Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 336 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 422 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2918 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 100 L |