1962 BMW 3200 CS vs. 1970 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 3200 CS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 3200 CS 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 190 more horse power than 1962 BMW 3200 CS. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 3200 CS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 BMW 3200 CS weights approximately 118 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. Let's talk about torque, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (491 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 3200 CS. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 3200 CS.
Compare all specifications:
1962 BMW 3200 CS | 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | 3200 CS | Pantera |
Year Released | 1962 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 5766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 491 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1382 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |