1971 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2010 BMW 328
To start off, 2010 BMW 328 is newer by 39 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 120 more horse power than 2010 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 328 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1971 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2010 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1971 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 De Tomaso Pantera | 2010 BMW 328 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | BMW |
| Model | Pantera | 328 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2761 mm |
