2007 BMW M vs. 1989 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2007 BMW M is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 BMW M. (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M weights approximately 65 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW M. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1989 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW M.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M | 1989 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | M | Pantera |
Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 5761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2520 mm |