1996 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1996 Ferrari 512 TR. (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1996 Ferrari 512 TR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 400 kg more than 1996 Ferrari 512 TR. 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 1996 Ferrari 512 TR. 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 (700 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ferrari 512 TR. (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ferrari 512 TR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari 512 TR | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 512 TR | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 4800 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2920 mm |
