1963 BMW 700 vs. 1986 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 700 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 312 more horse power than 1963 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 754 kg more than 1963 BMW 700. 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 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1963 BMW 700 | 1986 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | 700 | Pantera |
Year Released | 1963 | 1986 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 5761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 102 L |