1992 BMW 740 vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Panamera. (250 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Panamera.
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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 740. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 740 | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 740 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
