1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1973 Seat 1430
To start off, 1973 Seat 1430 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP) has 256 more horse power than 1973 Seat 1430. (94 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 1430.
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 De Tomaso Pantera (491 Nm) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 1430. (128 Nm). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 1973 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Seat |
| Model | Pantera | 1430 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
