1971 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1970 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 1 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), 1971 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 De Tomaso Pantera. (481 Nm). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 De Tomaso Pantera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 De Tomaso Pantera | 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | De Tomaso | De Tomaso |
| Model | Pantera | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 5761 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 | 481 Nm | 491 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 275 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 | 4280 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
