1971 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1973 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 150 kg more than 1973 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, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Valiant | 1973 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Chrysler | De Tomaso |
| Model | Valiant | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
