1998 BMW 320 vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (250 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1998 BMW 320. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 320.
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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 320. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 320 | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 320 | Panamera |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1931 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |