1996 BMW 316 vs. 1992 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1996 BMW 316 is newer by 4 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, 1992 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1996 BMW 316. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 110 kg more than 1996 BMW 316. 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, 1992 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 316. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1992 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 316 | 1992 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | 316 | Pantera |
Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 5761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |