1990 BMW 518 vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 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 (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1990 BMW 518. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 440 kg more than 1990 BMW 518. 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, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 518. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 518 | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 518 | Panamera |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 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 | 1360 kg | 1800 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 |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |