1987 Honda Legend vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (250 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1987 Honda Legend. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Legend.
Because 2011 Porsche Panamera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Porsche Panamera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Legend. (229 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Legend | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Legend | Panamera |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1931 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2920 mm |