1987 Venturi Cabriolet 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 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1987 Venturi Cabriolet. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1987 Venturi Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 524 kg more than 1987 Venturi Cabriolet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Venturi Cabriolet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Venturi Cabriolet. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Venturi Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Venturi Cabriolet | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Venturi | Porsche |
| Model | Cabriolet | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2918 mm |
