1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1987 Renault Super 5 is newer by 17 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 309 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 687 kg more than 1987 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (491 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Renault |
| Model | Pantera | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
