2000 BMW M3 vs. 1971 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2000 BMW M3 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 BMW M3. (325 HP @ 7750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 30 kg more than 2000 BMW M3. 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, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW M3. (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1971 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW M3 | 1971 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | M3 | Pantera |
Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 5766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 481 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |