1998 BMW 740 vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (550 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1998 BMW 740. (286 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 27 kg more than 1998 BMW 740. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (749 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 740. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 740 | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 740 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 550 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 749 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1968 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 100 L |
