1985 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 De Tomaso Pantera 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 182 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 96 kg more than 2011 BMW 120. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1985 De Tomaso Pantera | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | De Tomaso | BMW |
Model | Pantera | 120 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 51 L |