1989 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2012 BMW 325
To start off, 2012 BMW 325 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2012 BMW 325. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 325.
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, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 325. (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1989 De Tomaso Pantera | 2012 BMW 325 | |
Make | De Tomaso | BMW |
Model | Pantera | 325 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
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 | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |