1998 BMW 317 vs. 1987 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1998 BMW 317 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1998 BMW 317. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 317. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 65 kg more than 1998 BMW 317. 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, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 317. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 317.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 317 | 1987 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | 317 | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1665 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
