1959 BMW 503 vs. 1971 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 503. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 503 would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1959 BMW 503. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 100 kg more than 1959 BMW 503. 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, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 503 | 1971 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | 503 | Pantera |
Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 5766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 481 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.9 mm |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |