2007 BMW 525 vs. 1971 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 35 kg more than 2007 BMW 525. 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, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1971 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 1971 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | 525 | Pantera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |
