2000 BMW Z9 vs. 1986 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2000 BMW Z9 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z9. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z9 weights approximately 266 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z9. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z9.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW Z9 | 1986 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | Z9 | Pantera |
Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2520 mm |