1971 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 14 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 170 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (180 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 260 kg more than 1985 Renault 25. 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 De Tomaso Pantera | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Renault |
| Model | Pantera | 25 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
