1995 BMW M5 vs. 1972 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1995 BMW M5 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. (330 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M5 weights approximately 343 kg more than 1972 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, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera (441 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW M5. (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW M5 | 1972 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | M5 | Pantera |
Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3794 cc | 5765 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 254 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1382 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |