1992 BMW 540 vs. 1972 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1992 BMW 540 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera (330 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1992 BMW 540. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 540. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 540 weights approximately 268 kg more than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera.
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, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera (441 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 540. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 540.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 540 | 1972 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | 540 | Pantera |
Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 5765 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1382 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |