1999 BMW Z8 vs. 1996 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1999 BMW Z8 is newer by 3 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, 1999 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1996 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 1996 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z8 weights approximately 163 kg more than 1996 De Tomaso Pantera. 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, 1999 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 De Tomaso Pantera. (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 De Tomaso Pantera.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW Z8 | 1996 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | Z8 | Pantera |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4939 cc | 5761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |