1962 BMW 1800 vs. 1986 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1800. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 377 kg more than 1962 BMW 1800. 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, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1800. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1800 | 1986 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | 1800 | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1771 cc | 5761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 102 L |
