1992 Chrysler ES vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chrysler ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chrysler ES would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (550 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 411 more horse power than 1992 Chrysler ES. (139 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1992 Chrysler ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 770 kg more than 1992 Chrysler ES. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Chrysler ES. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (749 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 517 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chrysler ES. (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chrysler ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chrysler ES | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | ES | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 550 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 749 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2920 mm |
