1973 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1969 Volvo 120
To start off, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo 120 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 244 more horse power than 1969 Volvo 120. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 320 kg more than 1969 Volvo 120. 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 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo 120. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1973 De Tomaso Pantera | 1969 Volvo 120 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Volvo |
Model | Pantera | 120 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |