2007 BMW 740 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 740 (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Panamera. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Panamera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 740 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2013 Porsche Panamera. 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 2007 BMW 740. 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 (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 740. (391 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 740 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 740 | Panamera |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2920 mm |