1973 BMW 3 vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3 would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (429 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1973 BMW 3. (203 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 650 kg more than 1973 BMW 3. 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (520 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 3. (287 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 3. 2011 Porsche Panamera has automatic transmission and 1973 BMW 3 has manual transmission. 1973 BMW 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Porsche Panamera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 3 | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 3 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
