2009 BMW 118 vs. 1972 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera (330 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2009 BMW 118. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 118 weights approximately 3 kg more than 1972 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, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera (441 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 118 | 1972 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | 118 | Pantera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 254 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
