2005 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 De Tomaso Pantera 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 175 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera (451 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2005 De Tomaso Pantera | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | De Tomaso | BMW |
Model | Pantera | 120 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.0:1 |
Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |