1972 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster is newer by 35 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 85 more horse power than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (245 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (273 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1972 De Tomaso Pantera | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | De Tomaso | Porsche |
Model | Pantera | Boxster |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 5765 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |