2012 Porsche Panamera vs. 1997 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot 605 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 164 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 605. (136 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 320 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 605. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche Panamera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Porsche Panamera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 605, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 605. (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Porsche Panamera | 1997 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Porsche | Peugeot |
| Model | Panamera | 605 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4968 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1931 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1408 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2810 mm |
