1974 BMW 3 vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 3 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1974 BMW 3. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 327 kg more than 1974 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 (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 3. (270 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 3 | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 3 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2918 mm |
