1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1996 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 402 kg more than 1969 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, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (136 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1996 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | De Tomaso |
Model | Giulia | Pantera |
Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 5761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |