1972 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica
To start off, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. (330 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 135 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica.
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, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera (441 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. (423 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 De Tomaso Pantera | 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ferrari |
| Model | Pantera | 410 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 4963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 423 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 68 mm |
| Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 261 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
