1996 Toyota Century 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 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Century would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (429 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 120 kg more than 1996 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (520 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Toyota Century | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Toyota | Porsche |
Model | Century | Panamera |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 4806 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 429 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1931 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2920 mm |