1980 Triumph TR7 vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (550 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 1980 Triumph TR7. (136 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1980 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 835 kg more than 1980 Triumph TR7. 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 1980 Triumph TR7. 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 513 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Triumph TR7. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Triumph TR7 | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Triumph | Porsche |
| Model | TR7 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3528 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 550 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 749 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
