2010 Porsche Panamera vs. 1986 Buick Century
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick Century 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 (500 HP) has 375 more horse power than 1986 Buick Century. (125 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Century.
Because 2010 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Century. (220 Nm). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Century. 1986 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche Panamera has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche Panamera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Porsche Panamera | 1986 Buick Century | |
| Make | Porsche | Buick |
| Model | Panamera | Century |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 699 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4968 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2918 mm | 2662 mm |
