1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1976 Volvo 240
To start off, 1976 Volvo 240 is newer by 6 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 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 42 kg more than 1976 Volvo 240. 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, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (491 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 1976 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Volvo |
| Model | Pantera | 240 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |
