1994 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2002 BMW Z3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2002 BMW Z3. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 15 kg more than 2002 BMW Z3. 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, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
1994 De Tomaso Pantera | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
Make | De Tomaso | BMW |
Model | Pantera | Z3 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |