1971 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 42 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (430 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1971 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1971 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 10 kg more than 1971 De Tomaso Pantera. 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (489 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 De Tomaso Pantera. (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 De Tomaso Pantera. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage has automatic transmission and 1971 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1971 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 De Tomaso Pantera | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Aston Martin |
| Model | Pantera | Vantage |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2601 mm |
