2002 BMW 330 vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 330 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 307 more horse power than 2002 BMW 330. (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 340 kg more than 2002 BMW 330. 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 2002 BMW 330. 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) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 330. (237 Nm). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 330 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2918 mm |
