1972 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1987 TVR 420
To start off, 1987 TVR 420 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 30 more horse power than 1987 TVR 420. (300 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1987 TVR 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 212 kg more than 1987 TVR 420. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 TVR 420. (393 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 TVR 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 De Tomaso Pantera | 1987 TVR 420 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | TVR |
| Model | Pantera | 420 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 4225 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 266 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |
