1973 BMW 2004 vs. 1988 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 2004. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 2004 would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1973 BMW 2004. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 2004. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 400 kg more than 1973 BMW 2004. 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, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 2004. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 2004.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 2004 | 1988 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | 2004 | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
