1995 Porsche 965 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (542 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1995 Porsche 965. (356 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1995 Porsche 965. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 525 kg more than 1995 Porsche 965. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Porsche 965. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (750 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 965. (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 965.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Porsche 965 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 965 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 356 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2920 mm |
