2009 BMW 116 vs. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2009 BMW 116 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2009 BMW 116. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 100 kg more than 2009 BMW 116. 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, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 116. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 116 | 1990 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | 116 | Pantera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 5761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
