1972 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2012 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2012 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 40 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, 2012 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. (330 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 32 kg more than 2012 Ascari KZ1.
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, 2012 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. (441 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera.
Compare all specifications:
1972 De Tomaso Pantera | 2012 Ascari KZ1 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ascari |
Model | Pantera | KZ1 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 5765 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 321 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 | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2636 mm |