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 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1982 Chrysler New Yorker. (143 HP @ 5600 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 704 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 (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chrysler New Yorker. (228 Nm @ 3600 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 | 2213 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1970 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 |
