1973 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2011 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2011 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 38 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 7,993 cc (16 cylinders), 2011 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bugatti Veyron (987 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 637 more horse power than 1973 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1973 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 537 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.
Because 2011 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Bugatti Veyron will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Bugatti Veyron (1,250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 725 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 De Tomaso Pantera. (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 De Tomaso Pantera. 2011 Bugatti Veyron has automatic transmission and 1973 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1973 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Bugatti Veyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1973 De Tomaso Pantera | 2011 Bugatti Veyron | |
Make | De Tomaso | Bugatti |
Model | Pantera | Veyron |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 7993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 987 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 1250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 408 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1887 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |