2005 BMW 325 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 531 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. 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 2005 BMW 325. 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 505 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 325 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 306 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 3.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2920 mm |
