1993 Ford Probe vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Probe would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1993 Ford Probe. (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 610 kg more than 1993 Ford Probe. 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 1993 Ford Probe. 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 (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Probe. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Probe | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Probe | Panamera |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2183 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2918 mm |