1961 BMW 502 vs. 1970 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW 502 would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1961 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 BMW 502 weights approximately 28 kg more than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 502 | 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | 502 | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 5766 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 | 6000 RPM |
| 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 | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |
