2007 BMW 325 vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (216 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 525 kg more than 2007 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 325 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
