1982 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1982 Chrysler New Yorker. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1982 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 600 kg more than 1982 Chrysler New Yorker. 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 1982 Chrysler New Yorker. 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 (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chrysler New Yorker. (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chrysler New Yorker | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | New Yorker | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2920 mm |
