1968 BMW 2002 vs. 1995 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2002. (130 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 394 kg more than 1968 BMW 2002. 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, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2002. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2002 | 1995 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | 2002 | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
