1977 BMW 530 vs. 1985 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 530 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 172 more horse power than 1977 BMW 530. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 52 kg more than 1977 BMW 530. 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, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 530. (256 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 530 | 1985 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | 530 | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 5761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 102 L |
