1992 BMW 545 vs. 2005 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 545 would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1992 BMW 545. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 545 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera (451 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 545. (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 545 | 2005 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | 545 | Pantera |
Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1100 mm |