1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2005 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 35 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), 2005 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 350 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 De Tomaso Pantera. (451 Nm). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 De Tomaso Pantera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 2005 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | De Tomaso | De Tomaso |
| Model | Pantera | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| 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 | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
