2005 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1979 BMW M1
To start off, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW M1 would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1979 BMW M1. (273 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW M1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 120 kg more than 1979 BMW M1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera (451 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW M1. (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW M1.
Compare all specifications:
2005 De Tomaso Pantera | 1979 BMW M1 | |
Make | De Tomaso | BMW |
Model | Pantera | M1 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 3453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 116 L |