1981 Porsche 944 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 944 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 279 more horse power than 1981 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1981 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 575 kg more than 1981 Porsche 944. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Porsche 944. 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 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Porsche 944 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 944 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2920 mm |
