2001 BMW M vs. 1988 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 BMW M. (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 45 kg more than 2001 BMW M. 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, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M. (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1988 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 1988 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | M | Pantera |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3300 cc | 5761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 102 L |
