1976 BMW 630 vs. 1985 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 630 would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1976 BMW 630. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 630 weights approximately 29 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 630. (255 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
1976 BMW 630 | 1985 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | 630 | Pantera |
Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 5761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |