1997 BMW 730 vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW 730 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 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1997 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 225 kg more than 1997 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 BMW 730. 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 (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 730. (279 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 730 | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 730 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1970 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 | 90 L | 100 L |
