1981 Ford Capri vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (250 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri. 2012 Porsche Panamera has automatic transmission and 1981 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1981 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Porsche Panamera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Capri | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Capri | Panamera |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1931 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2920 mm |