1990 BMW 525 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 525 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 (542 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1990 BMW 525. (185 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 420 kg more than 1990 BMW 525. 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 1990 BMW 525. 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 (750 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 525. (240 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 525 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 525 | Panamera |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 542 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 306 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 3.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2920 mm |