2009 BMW 330 vs. 1973 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (268 HP @ 6650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 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 195 kg more than 1973 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, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1973 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 | 1973 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | 330 | Pantera |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 5766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6650 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |