1972 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2011 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2011 Lotus Evora is newer by 39 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 2011 Lotus Evora. (276 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2011 Lotus Evora.
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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Evora. (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Evora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 De Tomaso Pantera | 2011 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Lotus |
| Model | Pantera | Evora |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 3500 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 | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |
