1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2005 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 39 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 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (163 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 790 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.
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, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera (451 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | De Tomaso |
Model | Giulia | Pantera |
Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 5766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |