2007 BMW 120 vs. 1972 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera (330 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 32 kg more than 2007 BMW 120. 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, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera (441 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 120. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 120 | 1972 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | 120 | Pantera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 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 | 220 km/hour | 254 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
