2007 BMW 335 vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 335 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 300 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Panamera. (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Panamera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 335 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2918 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
