1963 BMW 502 vs. 1972 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 502 would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1963 BMW 502. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 BMW 502 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1972 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, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 502. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
1963 BMW 502 | 1972 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | 502 | Pantera |
Year Released | 1963 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 5761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |