1972 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit 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 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera (330 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (208 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 1048 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit has automatic transmission and 1972 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 De Tomaso Pantera | 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
Make | De Tomaso | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Pantera | Silver Spirit |
Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5765 cc | 6749 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 104.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 99.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3060 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 108 L |