2009 BMW M3 vs. 1972 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 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 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. 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, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1972 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | M3 | Pantera |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 5761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 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 | 1525 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |