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 (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (108 HP @ 5500 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 744 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 (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (176 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 | 2294 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 83 mm |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 282 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 5 seconds |
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 | 1116 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2920 mm |