1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello 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 575M Maranello (515 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello weights approximately 348 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, 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello (589 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. (491 Nm). This means 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello 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 | 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ferrari |
| Model | Pantera | 575M Maranello |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 5748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 515 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2600 mm |
