2006 BMW 320 vs. 1971 De Tomaso Pantera

To start off, 2006 BMW 320 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2006 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 20 kg more than 2006 BMW 320. 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, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 320.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 320 1971 De Tomaso Pantera
Make BMW De Tomaso
Model 320 Pantera
Year Released 2006 1971
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1994 cc 5766 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 350 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 481 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 101.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 88.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 8.5:1
Top Speed 216 km/hour 280 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.2 seconds 6.3 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1580 kg 1600 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4280 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1100 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2520 mm


 

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