1969 Bizzarrini GT vs. 1987 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Bizzarrini GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Bizzarrini GT would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1969 Bizzarrini GT. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1969 Bizzarrini GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 740 kg more than 1969 Bizzarrini 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, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Bizzarrini GT. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Bizzarrini GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Bizzarrini GT | 1987 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | De Tomaso |
| Model | GT | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |
