1973 BMW 3 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 40 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1973 BMW 3. (203 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 530 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.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 BMW 3. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 3. (287 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW 3 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 3 | Panamera |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3153 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.3 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 283 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2920 mm |