1966 BMW 1600 vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1600 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 215 more horse power than 1966 BMW 1600. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 840 kg more than 1966 BMW 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 1600. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 1600. 2012 Porsche Panamera has automatic transmission and 1966 BMW 1600 has manual transmission. 1966 BMW 1600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Porsche Panamera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 1600 | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 1600 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |
