1973 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1988 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1988 Lotus Esprit is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 De Tomaso Pantera 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 178 more horse power than 1988 Lotus Esprit. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1988 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 174 kg more than 1988 Lotus Esprit. 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 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
1973 De Tomaso Pantera | 1988 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | De Tomaso | Lotus |
Model | Pantera | Esprit |
Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 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 Weight | 1350 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2440 mm |