1992 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 911 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 72 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 585 kg more than 1992 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 911 | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 911 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1408 mm |
