1971 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1979 Saab 900
To start off, 1979 Saab 900 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 207 more horse power than 1979 Saab 900. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1979 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 350 kg more than 1979 Saab 900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 De Tomaso Pantera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Saab 900, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 De Tomaso Pantera (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Saab 900. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 De Tomaso Pantera | 1979 Saab 900 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Saab |
| Model | Pantera | 900 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
