1999 BMW 730 vs. 1972 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1999 BMW 730 is newer by 27 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, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera (330 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1999 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 730 weights approximately 364 kg more than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera.
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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 730 | 1972 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | 730 | Pantera |
Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 5765 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1382 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |