1971 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1997 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1997 Dodge Viper is newer by 26 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 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Viper (415 HP) has 65 more horse power than 1971 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1971 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 94 kg more than 1997 Dodge Viper.
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, 1997 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 De Tomaso Pantera. (481 Nm). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 De Tomaso Pantera.
Compare all specifications:
1971 De Tomaso Pantera | 1997 Dodge Viper | |
Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
Model | Pantera | Viper |
Year Released | 1971 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 7986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 415 HP |
Torque | 481 Nm | 664 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 101.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 98.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
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 | 1506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |