2007 BMW 523 vs. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2007 BMW 523 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2007 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 110 kg more than 2007 BMW 523. 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, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera (452 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 523 | 1990 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | 523 | Pantera |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 5761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 102 L |