1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 182 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 790 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (220 Nm). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1990 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | De Tomaso |
| Model | Giulia | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 5761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2520 mm |
