1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1988 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 410 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 1988 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1988 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | De Tomaso |
| Model | Giulia | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 5761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 102 L |
