1998 BMW 328 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 328 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 302 more horse power than 1998 BMW 328. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 340 kg more than 1998 BMW 328. 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 1998 BMW 328. 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 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 328. (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 328 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 328 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 303 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 3.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2920 mm |
