1972 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1985 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1985 Peugeot 604 is newer by 13 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 177 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 604. (153 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 38 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 604. (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 604.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 De Tomaso Pantera | 1985 Peugeot 604 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Peugeot |
| Model | Pantera | 604 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
