1996 BMW 745 vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 745 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 117 more horse power than 1996 BMW 745. (283 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 745 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2010 Porsche Panamera.
Because 2010 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 745. 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 (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 745. (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 745. 1996 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche Panamera has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche Panamera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 745 | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 745 | Panamera |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2918 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |