2010 Porsche Panamera vs. 2013 BMW M5
To start off, 2013 BMW M5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Porsche Panamera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Porsche Panamera 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 7 more horse power than 2013 BMW M5. (493 HP @ 7750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 150 kg more than 2013 BMW M5. 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 2013 BMW M5. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW M5. (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Porsche Panamera | 2013 BMW M5 | |
Make | Porsche | BMW |
Model | Panamera | M5 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 699 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4968 mm | 4863 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1846 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1469 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2918 mm | 2889 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 19.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |