1973 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 38 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, 2011 BMW X5 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1973 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1973 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1973 De Tomaso Pantera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X5 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, 2011 BMW X5 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, 2011 BMW X5 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 De Tomaso Pantera. (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 De Tomaso Pantera. 2011 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1973 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1973 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1973 De Tomaso Pantera | 2011 BMW X5 | |
Make | De Tomaso | BMW |
Model | Pantera | X5 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2934 mm |