1992 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Mustang 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 195 more horse power than 1992 Ford Mustang. (105 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 485 kg more than 1992 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Mustang | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Mustang | Panamera |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2918 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |