1972 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1999 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1999 Dodge Viper is newer by 27 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 325 kg more than 1999 Dodge Viper.
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, 1999 Dodge Viper (705 Nm) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. (441 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Viper 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 | 1999 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
| Model | Pantera | Viper |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 705 Nm |
| 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 | 1057 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2450 mm |
