1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1998 Ford Escort
To start off, 1998 Ford Escort is newer by 28 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 276 more horse power than 1998 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 212 kg more than 1998 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 De Tomaso Pantera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 1998 Ford Escort | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Pantera | Escort |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
