1989 Audi 100 vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 100 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 182 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (118 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 500 kg more than 1989 Audi 100. 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 1989 Audi 100. 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (266 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | 100 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2918 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
