1973 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1990 TVR V8 S
To start off, 1990 TVR V8 S is newer by 17 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 110 more horse power than 1990 TVR V8 S. (240 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1990 TVR V8 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 298 kg more than 1990 TVR V8 S. 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) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 TVR V8 S. (373 Nm). This means 1973 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 TVR V8 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 De Tomaso Pantera | 1990 TVR V8 S | |
| Make | De Tomaso | TVR |
| Model | Pantera | V8 S |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| 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 | 1052 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2290 mm |
