1972 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1995 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 23 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. (330 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 73 kg more than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. (441 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera.
Compare all specifications:
1972 De Tomaso Pantera | 1995 Ferrari 512 M | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ferrari |
Model | Pantera | 512 M |
Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 5765 cc | 4942 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 423 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
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 | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2560 mm |