1994 Ford Versailles vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Versailles. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Versailles 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 209 more horse power than 1994 Ford Versailles. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Versailles.
Because 2011 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Versailles. 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 (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Versailles. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Versailles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Versailles | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Versailles | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2918 mm |
