1971 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1992 Ferrari 348
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 348 is newer by 21 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 55 more horse power than 1992 Ferrari 348. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1992 Ferrari 348. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 135 kg more than 1992 Ferrari 348. 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1971 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
1971 De Tomaso Pantera | 1992 Ferrari 348 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ferrari |
Model | Pantera | 348 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 3405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 481 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
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 | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |