1993 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2010 BMW X3
To start off, 2010 BMW X3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2010 BMW X3. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X3 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2010 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 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, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW X3. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Pantera | 2010 BMW X3 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | BMW |
| Model | Pantera | X3 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4569 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2797 mm |
