1972 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1969 Opel Olympia
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 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Olympia 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 271 more horse power than 1969 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 602 kg more than 1969 Opel Olympia. 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 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1972 De Tomaso Pantera | 1969 Opel Olympia | |
Make | De Tomaso | Opel |
Model | Pantera | Olympia |
Year Released | 1972 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5765 cc | 1077 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |