1972 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2002 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2002 Ford GT 40 is newer by 30 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, 2002 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. (330 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 138 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, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera (441 Nm) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 De Tomaso Pantera | 2002 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Pantera | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 72.9 mm |
| 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 | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 107 L |
