1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1982 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 208 is newer by 12 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 195 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (155 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 208.
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 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 1982 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ferrari |
| Model | Pantera | 208 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |
