1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2004 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 34 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, 2004 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 8 kg more than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. 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) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 2004 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ferrari |
| Model | Pantera | 360 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2600 mm |
