2007 BMW Convertible vs. 1973 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1973 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 1973 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 500 kg more than 1973 De Tomaso Pantera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Convertible. (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 1973 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | Convertible | Pantera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2530 mm |
