2005 BMW 325 vs. 1996 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 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 38 kg more than 1996 De Tomaso Pantera.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1996 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 | 1996 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | 325 | Pantera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 5761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
