2005 BMW 330 vs. 1970 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 143 kg more than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (491 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | 330 | Pantera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 491 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
