2007 BMW 335 vs. 2005 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 2 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 48 more horse power than 2007 BMW 335. (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 390 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 335. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 335 | 2005 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | 335 | Pantera |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 5766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |