2008 BMW 650 vs. 1989 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2008 BMW 650 is newer by 19 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, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1989 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1989 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 650 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1989 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 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 De Tomaso Pantera. (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 De Tomaso Pantera. 2008 BMW 650 has automatic transmission and 1989 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1989 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 650 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 650 | 1989 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | 650 | Pantera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2520 mm |
