1992 Ford Fairlane vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1992 Ford Fairlane. (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 360 kg more than 1992 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Fairlane. (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Fairlane. 1992 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche Panamera has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche Panamera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Fairlane | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Fairlane | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2918 mm |
