1971 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1996 BMW 735
To start off, 1996 BMW 735 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1996 BMW 735. (232 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 735 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1971 De Tomaso Pantera.
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, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 735. (321 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1971 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 735. 1996 BMW 735 has automatic transmission and 1971 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1971 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 BMW 735 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 De Tomaso Pantera | 1996 BMW 735 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | BMW |
| Model | Pantera | 735 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2940 mm |
