2007 BMW Convertible 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 Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Convertible 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 (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 BMW Convertible. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 BMW Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Convertible. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | Convertible | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
