2001 BMW 745 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 745 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 (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2001 BMW 745. (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2013 Porsche Panamera.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW 745. 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 (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 745. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 745 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 745 | Panamera |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 83 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 283 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2920 mm |