1983 BMW M6 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW M6 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 (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1983 BMW M6. (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW M6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 465 kg more than 1983 BMW M6. 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 1983 BMW M6. 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 (700 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW M6. (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW M6 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | M6 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| 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 | 1505 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2920 mm |
