1973 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1959 Moretti 750
To start off, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Moretti 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Moretti 750 would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1959 Moretti 750. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1959 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 590 kg more than 1959 Moretti 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Moretti 750. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Moretti 750.
Compare all specifications:
1973 De Tomaso Pantera | 1959 Moretti 750 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Moretti |
Model | Pantera | 750 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2160 mm |