1972 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 33 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 54 more horse power than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 453 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (372 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
1972 De Tomaso Pantera | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | De Tomaso | Nissan |
Model | Pantera | 350Z |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5765 cc | 3489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
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 | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |