1988 BMW 524 vs. 1987 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1988 BMW 524 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1988 BMW 524. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 524. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 65 kg more than 1988 BMW 524. 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, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 524. (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 524.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 524 | 1987 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | 524 | Pantera |
Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |