1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1995 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 394 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1995 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | De Tomaso |
| Model | GT | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 5761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |
