1992 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 21 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1992 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1992 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 669 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.
Because 2013 BMW 6 series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (649 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 De Tomaso Pantera. (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 De Tomaso Pantera. 2013 BMW 6 series has automatic transmission and 1992 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1992 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 6 series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1992 De Tomaso Pantera | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | De Tomaso | BMW |
Model | Pantera | 6 series |
Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 437 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2089 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2081 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2968 mm |