1995 Ford Tracer vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Tracer would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (400 HP) has 333 more horse power than 1995 Ford Tracer. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 895 kg more than 1995 Ford Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Tracer. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Tracer. 2012 Porsche Panamera has automatic transmission and 1995 Ford Tracer has manual transmission. 1995 Ford Tracer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Porsche Panamera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Tracer | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Tracer | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 400 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1408 mm |
