1999 Ford Telstar vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1999 Ford Telstar. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 525 kg more than 1999 Ford Telstar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Telstar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Telstar. (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Telstar | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Telstar | Panamera |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1418 mm |