1958 BMW 501 vs. 1993 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 501 would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1958 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 15 kg more than 1958 BMW 501. 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, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 501. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 501 | 1993 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | 501 | Pantera |
Year Released | 1958 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 5761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |