1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 26 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (250 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1986 Avanti Avanti. (203 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1986 Avanti Avanti.
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 (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Avanti Avanti | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Avanti | Porsche |
| Model | Avanti | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2920 mm |
