1973 Chrysler Sedan vs. 1972 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1973 Chrysler Sedan is newer by 1 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 130 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Sedan. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Sedan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 138 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Sedan. (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Sedan. 1973 Chrysler Sedan has automatic transmission and 1972 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Chrysler Sedan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Sedan | 1972 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Chrysler | De Tomaso |
| Model | Sedan | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4340 cc | 5765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2530 mm |
