1972 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1965 Moretti 2500
To start off, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Moretti 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Moretti 2500 would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera (330 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1965 Moretti 2500. (143 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1965 Moretti 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 62 kg more than 1965 Moretti 2500. 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, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera (441 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Moretti 2500. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Moretti 2500.
Compare all specifications:
1972 De Tomaso Pantera | 1965 Moretti 2500 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Moretti |
Model | Pantera | 2500 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5765 cc | 2454 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |