2004 Ferrari Superamerica vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ferrari Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ferrari Superamerica would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (550 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Ferrari Superamerica. (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2004 Ferrari Superamerica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 545 kg more than 2004 Ferrari Superamerica. 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 2004 Ferrari Superamerica. 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 (749 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ferrari Superamerica. (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ferrari Superamerica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari Superamerica | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | Superamerica | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 550 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 749 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2920 mm |
