1983 Opel Senator 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 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Senator 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 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator.
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 (439 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Opel Senator | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Senator | Panamera |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 439 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1931 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2920 mm |