1998 BMW 325 vs. 1973 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1998 BMW 325 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1998 BMW 325. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 95 kg more than 1998 BMW 325. 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, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 325 | 1973 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | 325 | Pantera |
Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |