1971 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1979 Renault 15
To start off, 1979 Renault 15 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 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, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 635 kg more than 1979 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 De Tomaso Pantera | 1979 Renault 15 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Renault |
| Model | Pantera | 15 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 69 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
