1992 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2011 BMW M3
To start off, 2011 BMW M3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1992 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1992 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW M3 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1992 De Tomaso Pantera. 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, 1992 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1992 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1992 De Tomaso Pantera | 2011 BMW M3 | |
Make | De Tomaso | BMW |
Model | Pantera | M3 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 Weight | 1420 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1424 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2761 mm |