1973 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2010 BMW 535
To start off, 2010 BMW 535 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2010 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 535 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1973 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2010 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 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, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 De Tomaso Pantera | 2010 BMW 535 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | BMW |
| Model | Pantera | 535 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| 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 | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4856 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2885 mm |
