1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1988 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 18 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. Both 1970 De Tomaso Pantera and 1988 De Tomaso Pantera are equipped with a 5,761 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 350 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 De Tomaso Pantera. (460 Nm). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 De Tomaso Pantera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 1988 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | De Tomaso | De Tomaso |
| Model | Pantera | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 5761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 460 Nm |
| 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 | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
