1978 Ford Capri vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri 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 (424 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 910 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri. 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 1978 Ford Capri. 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 (521 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Capri | Panamera |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2920 mm |