2003 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2003 BMW 330. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 280 kg more than 2003 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, both vehicles can yield 400 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 330 | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 330 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2918 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
