2009 BMW 330 vs. 1971 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1971 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, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1971 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1971 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | 330 | Pantera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
