1973 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2007 Maserati GT
To start off, 2007 Maserati GT is newer by 34 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, 2007 Maserati GT (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1973 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GT should accelerate faster than 1973 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GT weights approximately 220 kg more than 1973 De Tomaso Pantera. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Maserati GT. (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Maserati GT.
Compare all specifications:
1973 De Tomaso Pantera | 2007 Maserati GT | |
Make | De Tomaso | Maserati |
Model | Pantera | GT |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2670 mm |