1972 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1988 Ferrari 348
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 348 is newer by 16 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 35 more horse power than 1988 Ferrari 348. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1988 Ferrari 348. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 83 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 De Tomaso Pantera | 1988 Ferrari 348 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ferrari |
| Model | Pantera | 348 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 3404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| 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 | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 95 L |
