1998 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1998 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 430 kg more than 1998 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Mustang. 2012 Porsche Panamera has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1998 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Porsche Panamera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Mustang | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Mustang | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2920 mm |
