1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 De Tomaso Pantera 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 135 more horse power than 2011 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 62 kg more than 2011 BMW 125. 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, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (491 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 125. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 125. 2011 BMW 125 has automatic transmission and 1970 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 125 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 2011 BMW 125 | |
Make | De Tomaso | BMW |
Model | Pantera | 125 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |