1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1999 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1999 Ford Mustang 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 94 more horse power than 1999 Ford Mustang. (256 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Mustang weights approximately 100 kg more than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera.
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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Mustang. (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 1999 Ford Mustang | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Pantera | Mustang |
Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1482 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |