1986 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Caprice. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 82 kg more than 2013 Porsche Panamera.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chevrolet Caprice. (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Chevrolet Caprice | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Caprice | Panamera |
Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1902 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2920 mm |