2008 BMW 320 vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 320 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 332 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 500 kg more than 2008 BMW 320. 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 2008 BMW 320. 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 @ 2250 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320. 2012 Porsche Panamera has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Porsche Panamera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 320 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
