1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 41 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 123 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.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche 911. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Porsche |
Model | Pantera | 911 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |