1972 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1987 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1987 Ford Festiva 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 5,761 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 288 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 540 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 De Tomaso Pantera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1972 De Tomaso Pantera | 1987 Ford Festiva | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Pantera | Festiva |
Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2300 mm |