1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (550 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1979 Ferrari 400. (315 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1979 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 177 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (749 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 400. (412 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ferrari 400 | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 400 | Panamera |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 4806 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 550 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 412 Nm | 749 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1931 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 100 L |