1979 Ford LTD vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 174 kg more than 1979 Ford LTD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford LTD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford LTD. (332 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford LTD. 1979 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche Panamera has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche Panamera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Ford LTD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford LTD | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | LTD | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2918 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
