2006 BMW M5 vs. 1993 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2006 BMW M5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1993 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1993 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M5 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Pantera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW M5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 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, 2006 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 De Tomaso Pantera. (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 De Tomaso Pantera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M5 | 1993 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | M5 | Pantera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 5761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |
