1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo 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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP) has 173 more horse power than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster 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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. (491 Nm). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Lamborghini |
| Model | Pantera | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 523 HP |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
| 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 | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
