2005 BMW 325 vs. 1973 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 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 195 kg more than 1973 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, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 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 | 1973 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | 325 | Pantera |
Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2530 mm |