1987 Ford Taurus 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 Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Taurus 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 Taurus. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 390 kg more than 1987 Ford Taurus. 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 Taurus. 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Taurus. (292 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Taurus | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Taurus | Panamera |
Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | single |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2920 mm |