2009 BMW 135 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 135 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (424 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2009 BMW 135. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 594 kg more than 2009 BMW 135. 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 2009 BMW 135. 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 (521 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 135. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 135.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 135 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 135 | Panamera |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Electric |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |