1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1973 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 3 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 225 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (125 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 270 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. 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 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1973 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | De Tomaso |
Model | Alfetta | Pantera |
Year Released | 1976 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 5766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2530 mm |