1972 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
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 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 738 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 De Tomaso Pantera | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Lotus |
| Model | Pantera | Europa |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
