1983 Ford Capri vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 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 45 more horse power than 1983 Ford Capri. (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1983 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Capri. (353 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Capri. 2012 Porsche Panamera has automatic transmission and 1983 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1983 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:
1983 Ford Capri | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Capri | Panamera |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
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 | 4400 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1931 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2920 mm |