1982 Ford Granada vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (69 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 390 kg more than 1982 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Granada | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Granada | Panamera |
Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2918 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |