1998 Porsche 993 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 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Porsche 993. (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1998 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 360 kg more than 1998 Porsche 993. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Porsche 993 (542 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche Panamera. (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche Panamera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 993 | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 993 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2918 mm |
