1973 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2009 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 36 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 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1973 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1973 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 252 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, 2009 Dodge Viper (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 De Tomaso Pantera. (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 De Tomaso Pantera.
Compare all specifications:
1973 De Tomaso Pantera | 2009 Dodge Viper | |
Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
Model | Pantera | Viper |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 8285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 499 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 102.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 100.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 314 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 | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |