2000 BMW Z3 vs. 1987 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 13 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 123 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z3. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 60 kg more than 2000 BMW Z3. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 1987 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | Z3 | Pantera |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| 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 | 1360 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 102 L |
