1988 Chrysler Conquest vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chrysler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chrysler Conquest would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1988 Chrysler Conquest. (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1988 Chrysler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 435 kg more than 1988 Chrysler Conquest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Porsche Panamera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Chrysler Conquest, 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chrysler Conquest. (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chrysler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chrysler Conquest | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Conquest | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2920 mm |
