1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2001 McLaren F1
To start off, 2001 McLaren F1 is newer by 31 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 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 212 kg more than 2001 McLaren F1.
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, 2001 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. (491 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 McLaren F1 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 | 2001 McLaren F1 | |
Make | De Tomaso | McLaren |
Model | Pantera | F1 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 6063 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 618 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |