1973 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1966 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Opel Rekord 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 261 more horse power than 1966 Opel Rekord. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 285 kg more than 1966 Opel Rekord. 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 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Opel Rekord. (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 De Tomaso Pantera | 1966 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Opel |
| Model | Pantera | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2670 mm |
