1972 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2004 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2004 Panoz AIV is newer by 32 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, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera (330 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Panoz AIV. (301 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2004 Panoz AIV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 202 kg more than 2004 Panoz AIV. 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 @ 3400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Panoz AIV. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Panoz AIV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 De Tomaso Pantera | 2004 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Panoz |
| Model | Pantera | AIV |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90.2 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 | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |
