1954 BMW 502 vs. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 BMW 502 would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1954 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 190 kg more than 1954 BMW 502. 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, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera (452 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 BMW 502. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
1954 BMW 502 | 1990 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | 502 | Pantera |
Year Released | 1954 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2578 cc | 5761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 265 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 102 L |