1998 Ford Falcon vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1998 Ford Falcon. (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 390 kg more than 1998 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Falcon. (395 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Falcon. 1998 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche Panamera has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche Panamera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Falcon | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Falcon | Panamera |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 395 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2918 mm |