1971 AC 428 vs. 1988 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1971 AC 428. (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1971 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 AC 428 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1988 De Tomaso Pantera.
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, 1971 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 De Tomaso Pantera. (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 De Tomaso Pantera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 AC 428 | 1988 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | AC | De Tomaso |
| Model | 428 | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 5761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
