1972 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1976 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1976 Toyota Corona is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 De Tomaso Pantera 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 246 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 382 kg more than 1976 Toyota Corona. 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 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 De Tomaso Pantera | 1976 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
| Model | Pantera | Corona |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
