1985 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1985 Ford Mustang. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 680 kg more than 1985 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Mustang. (285 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Mustang | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Mustang | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2918 mm |
