2008 BMW 740 vs. 1994 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2008 BMW 740 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 BMW 740. (303 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 740 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 740. (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 740. 2008 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1994 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1994 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 740 | 1994 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | 740 | Pantera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 5761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2520 mm |
