1972 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1969 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger 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 95 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (235 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 143 kg more than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera.
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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 De Tomaso Pantera | 1969 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
| Model | Pantera | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
