1978 Nissan Skyline 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 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Skyline. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 770 kg more than 1978 Nissan Skyline. 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 Nissan Skyline. 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 (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Skyline. (133 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Skyline | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Skyline | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2920 mm |
