2000 BMW 316 vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 316 would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (429 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 2000 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 522 kg more than 2000 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (520 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 316 | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 316 | Panamera |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4806 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 429 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1931 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.4 L/100km | 16.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |