1949 BMW 340 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 64 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 BMW 340. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 BMW 340 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (424 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1949 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1949 BMW 340. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 670 kg more than 1949 BMW 340. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 BMW 340. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 BMW 340 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 340 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2920 mm |
