2008 BMW 550 vs. 1971 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 37 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, 2008 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1971 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1971 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 550 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1971 De Tomaso Pantera. 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, 2008 BMW 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 De Tomaso Pantera. (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 De Tomaso Pantera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 550 | 1971 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | 550 | Pantera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |
