1973 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2005 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2005 Lancia Lybra is newer by 32 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 237 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Lybra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 75 kg more than 1973 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 1973 De Tomaso Pantera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Lybra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Lybra. (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 De Tomaso Pantera | 2005 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Lancia |
| Model | Pantera | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |
