1987 Ford Probe vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Probe would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1987 Ford Probe. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 550 kg more than 1987 Ford Probe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Probe. 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 (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Probe. (262 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Probe | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Probe | Panamera |
Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2184 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2920 mm |