1972 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1987 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1987 Ford Fairlane is newer by 15 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 193 more horse power than 1987 Ford Fairlane. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 248 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Fairlane. (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 De Tomaso Pantera | 1987 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Pantera | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 4088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2950 mm |
