2001 BMW M vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2001 BMW M. (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 595 kg more than 2001 BMW M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M. (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | M | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2918 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 100 L |
