1977 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1977 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1977 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Civic | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Civic | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2918 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 100 L |
