1972 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1969 Volvo 164
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 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo 164 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 221 more horse power than 1969 Volvo 164. (129 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Volvo 164 weights approximately 10 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 (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo 164. (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
1972 De Tomaso Pantera | 1969 Volvo 164 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Volvo |
Model | Pantera | 164 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2976 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |