1973 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2004 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2004 Nissan 350Z is newer by 31 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 63 more horse power than 2004 Nissan 350Z. (287 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 109 kg more than 1973 De Tomaso Pantera.
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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan 350Z. (372 Nm). This means 1973 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
1973 De Tomaso Pantera | 2004 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | De Tomaso | Nissan |
Model | Pantera | 350Z |
Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 287 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 372 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1459 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |