1990 BMW 316 vs. 1973 De Tomaso Pantera

To start off, 1990 BMW 316 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 270 kg more than 1990 BMW 316. 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, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316.

Compare all specifications:

1990 BMW 316 1973 De Tomaso Pantera
Make BMW De Tomaso
Model 316 Pantera
Year Released 1990 1973
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1596 cc 5766 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 100 HP 350 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 141 Nm 525 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 8.5:1
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 1080 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 4330 mm 4280 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1110 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2530 mm


 

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