1973 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1967 MG MGC
To start off, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 MG MGC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 MG MGC 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 202 more horse power than 1967 MG MGC. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1967 MG MGC.
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 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 MG MGC. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 MG MGC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 De Tomaso Pantera | 1967 MG MGC | |
| Make | De Tomaso | MG |
| Model | Pantera | MGC |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2560 mm |
