1984 BMW 725 vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW 725 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1984 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1984 BMW 725.
Because 2011 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 BMW 725. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 725 | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 725 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2918 mm |
