1996 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2010 BMW 528
To start off, 2010 BMW 528 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2010 BMW 528. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 528 weights approximately 243 kg more than 1996 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2010 BMW 528 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 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, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 528. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
1996 De Tomaso Pantera | 2010 BMW 528 | |
Make | De Tomaso | BMW |
Model | Pantera | 528 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
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 | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2888 mm |