2002 BMW 735 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 735 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 (542 HP) has 274 more horse power than 2002 BMW 735. (268 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 60 kg more than 2002 BMW 735. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW 735. 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 (750 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 735. (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 735 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 735 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 542 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| 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 | 1935 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2920 mm |
