1957 Allard GT vs. 1970 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Allard GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Allard GT would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1957 Allard GT. (210 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1957 Allard GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 242 kg more than 1957 Allard GT. 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, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (491 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Allard GT. (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Allard GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Allard GT | 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Allard | De Tomaso |
| Model | GT | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 491 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
