1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1972 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera (330 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 410 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera (441 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1972 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | De Tomaso |
| Model | Giulia | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 5765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
