1975 BMW 1602 vs. 1972 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1975 BMW 1602 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1602. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1602. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 420 kg more than 1975 BMW 1602. 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, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1602. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1602.
Compare all specifications:
1975 BMW 1602 | 1972 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | 1602 | Pantera |
Year Released | 1975 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 5761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |