2004 BMW M3 vs. 1994 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2004 BMW M3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 BMW M3. (317 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M3 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW M3. (355 Nm). This means 1994 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW M3 | 1994 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | M3 | Pantera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 5761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2520 mm |
