2007 BMW 530 vs. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 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 96 more horse power than 2007 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 320 kg more than 2007 BMW 530. 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 530 | 1990 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | 530 | Pantera |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 265 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 | 1280 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 102 L |