1997 BMW 850 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW 850 would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1997 BMW 850. (329 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 850 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2013 Porsche Panamera.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 BMW 850. 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 (500 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 850. (490 Nm). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 850.
Compare all specifications:
1997 BMW 850 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 850 | Panamera |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5379 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | single |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 500 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 283 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2920 mm |