1994 BMW 518 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 518 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 (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 1994 BMW 518. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 810 kg more than 1994 BMW 518. 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 1994 BMW 518. 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 (700 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 539 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 518. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 518 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 518 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| 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 | 1160 kg | 1970 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 |
