1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1986 Avanti Avanti. (203 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1986 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 120 kg more than 1986 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Avanti Avanti. 1986 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche Panamera has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche Panamera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Avanti Avanti | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Avanti | Porsche |
| Model | Avanti | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2918 mm |
