1972 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1999 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 1999 Lotus GT 1 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. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 300 kg more than 1999 Lotus GT 1.
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 (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus GT 1. (390 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus GT 1.
Compare all specifications:
1972 De Tomaso Pantera | 1999 Lotus GT 1 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Lotus |
Model | Pantera | GT 1 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 3504 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 573 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2690 mm |