1999 BMW V12 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW V12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW V12 would be higher. At 5,990 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW V12 (550 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Panamera. (542 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW V12 should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Panamera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 365 kg more than 1999 BMW V12.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW V12. 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, 1999 BMW V12 (909 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Panamera. (750 Nm). This means 1999 BMW V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Panamera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW V12 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | V12 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5990 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Horse Power | 550 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 909 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Top Speed | 350 km/hour | 306 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1995 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2920 mm |
