1985 Pontiac Fiero vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac Fiero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac Fiero would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. (140 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 554 kg more than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. 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 1985 Pontiac Fiero. 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 (400 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. (220 Nm). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Fiero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Pontiac Fiero | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
| Model | Fiero | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2827 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2920 mm |
