2005 BMW 330 vs. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 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 125 kg more than 1990 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2005 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera (452 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (420 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1990 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 | 1990 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | 330 | Pantera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 265 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 102 L |
