1970 Buick Centurion vs. 1985 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,467 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1970 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Centurion weights approximately 648 kg more than 1985 De Tomaso Pantera.
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, 1970 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 De Tomaso Pantera. (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 De Tomaso Pantera. 1970 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 1985 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1985 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Centurion | 1985 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | Buick | De Tomaso |
Model | Centurion | Pantera |
Year Released | 1970 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7467 cc | 5761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2520 mm |