2009 BMW 635 vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 635. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 635 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 (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2009 BMW 635. (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 635.
Because 2010 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 635. 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, 2009 BMW 635 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche Panamera. (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 635 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche Panamera. 2009 BMW 635 has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche Panamera has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche Panamera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 635 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 635 | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 635 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2918 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
