2006 BMW 545 vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 545 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Panamera. (300 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Panamera.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Panamera. (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Panamera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 545 | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 545 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3600 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1931 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
