2005 BMW 325 vs. 1972 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera (330 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 258 kg more than 1972 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, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera (441 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1972 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | 325 | Pantera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 254 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
