2008 BMW Z4 vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2008 BMW Z4. (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 485 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | Z4 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2918 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
