1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 34 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (424 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1979 Ferrari 400. (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1979 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 53 kg more than 2013 Porsche Panamera.
Because 2013 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, 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 400 | Panamera |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
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 | 1973 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2920 mm |