1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1997 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1997 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 27 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 48 more horse power than 1997 Maserati Ghibli. (302 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1997 Maserati Ghibli. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 17 kg more than 1997 Maserati Ghibli. 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 1997 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Maserati |
| Model | Pantera | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
