2012 Porsche Panamera vs. 1979 Volvo 66
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 66.
Because 2012 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Volvo 66. 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 (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Porsche Panamera | 1979 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | Panamera | 66 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4968 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1931 mm | 1550 mm |
