1994 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 18 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 120 more horse power than 2012 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1994 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2012 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 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, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
1994 De Tomaso Pantera | 2012 BMW 328 | |
Make | De Tomaso | BMW |
Model | Pantera | 328 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4536 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |