2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (400 HP) has 47 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8. (353 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 167 kg more than 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8. 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, 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 (536 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Panamera. (500 Nm). This means 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Panamera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Hemi Super 8 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 400 HP |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 500 Nm |
| 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 | 1633 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2920 mm |
