2008 BMW 745 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 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 745 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 72 more horse power than 2008 BMW 745. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 745 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2012 Porsche Panamera.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 745. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 745 | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 745 | Panamera |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 4806 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1931 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |