2011 Porsche Panamera vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 120 kg more than 2007 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325. 2007 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche Panamera has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche Panamera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Porsche Panamera | 2007 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | Panamera | 325 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4968 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2918 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 63 L |
