2009 BMW 130 vs. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2009 BMW 130 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 88 more horse power than 2009 BMW 130. (262 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 130 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 130. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 130 | 1990 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | 130 | Pantera |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 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 | 1525 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |