1975 BMW 1502 vs. 1989 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 1502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 1502 would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1502. (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 440 kg more than 1975 BMW 1502. 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, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1502. (118 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1989 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
1975 BMW 1502 | 1989 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | 1502 | Pantera |
Year Released | 1975 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 5761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |