2007 Alpina B3 vs. 1986 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2007 Alpina B3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B3 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1986 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1986 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, 2007 Alpina B3 (501 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 De Tomaso Pantera. (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 De Tomaso Pantera. 2007 Alpina B3 has automatic transmission and 1986 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1986 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Alpina B3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina B3 | 1986 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Alpina | De Tomaso |
| Model | B3 | Pantera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 5761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
