1971 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1994 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1994 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 23 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 68 more horse power than 1994 De Tomaso Guara. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1994 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 425 kg more than 1994 De Tomaso Guara. 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 De Tomaso Guara. (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 De Tomaso Guara.
Compare all specifications:
1971 De Tomaso Pantera | 1994 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | De Tomaso | De Tomaso |
Model | Pantera | Guara |
Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 481 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |