1973 BMW 3.3 vs. 1986 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1973 BMW 3.3. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 3.3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 3.3 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 3.3. (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 3.3. 1973 BMW 3.3 has automatic transmission and 1986 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1986 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 BMW 3.3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 3.3 | 1986 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | 3.3 | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 5761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 102 L |
