1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1999 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 29 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 49 more horse power than 1999 De Tomaso Guara. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1999 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 182 kg more than 1999 De Tomaso Guara. 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 De Tomaso Guara. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 De Tomaso Guara.
Compare all specifications:
1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 1999 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | De Tomaso | De Tomaso |
Model | Pantera | Guara |
Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |