1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 42 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 234 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 12 kg more than 2012 BMW 116. 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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 2012 BMW 116 | |
Make | De Tomaso | BMW |
Model | Pantera | 116 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |