1989 BMW 518 vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 518 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 1989 BMW 518. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 810 kg more than 1989 BMW 518. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 BMW 518. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 534 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW 518. (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 518 | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 518 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2918 mm |
