1971 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1982 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 308 is newer by 11 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 111 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 308. (239 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 320 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 308. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 De Tomaso Pantera (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 308. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1971 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
1971 De Tomaso Pantera | 1982 Ferrari 308 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ferrari |
Model | Pantera | 308 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2927 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 481 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 251 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 Weight | 1600 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |