1977 BMW 732 vs. 1988 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 732. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 732 would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1977 BMW 732. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 732. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 732 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 732. (290 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1988 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 732.
Compare all specifications:
1977 BMW 732 | 1988 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | 732 | Pantera |
Year Released | 1977 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 5761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
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 | 1540 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 102 L |