1980 Audi Sport vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport 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 (424 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1980 Audi Sport. (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 920 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | Sport | Panamera |
Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2920 mm |