1968 BMW 2800 vs. 1970 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2800 would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP) has 180 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2800. (170 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2800.
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) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2800. (235 Nm). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2800 | 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | 2800 | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 5761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 491 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
