1985 Suzuki Alto 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 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Suzuki Alto would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 462 more horse power than 1985 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1985 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 1340 kg more than 1985 Suzuki Alto. 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 Suzuki Alto. 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 (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 640 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Suzuki Alto | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Suzuki | Porsche |
| Model | Alto | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 59 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2920 mm |
