1992 BMW 325 vs. 1973 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1992 BMW 325 is newer by 19 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 161 more horse power than 1992 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 20 kg more than 1992 BMW 325. 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) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 325. (245 Nm). This means 1973 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 325 | 1973 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | 325 | Pantera |
Year Released | 1992 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 5766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 525 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |