1973 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1963 Rover P5
To start off, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover P5 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 231 more horse power than 1963 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover P5 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1973 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, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Rover P5. (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Rover P5. 1963 Rover P5 has automatic transmission and 1973 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1973 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1963 Rover P5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 De Tomaso Pantera | 1963 Rover P5 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Rover |
| Model | Pantera | P5 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2820 mm |
