1996 Ford Scorpio vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Scorpio 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 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 740 kg more than 1996 Ford Scorpio. 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 1996 Ford Scorpio. 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 (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 527 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Scorpio | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Scorpio | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1417 mm |
