1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 730 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. 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, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera (452 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. (306 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1990 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | De Tomaso |
Model | Navajo | Pantera |
Year Released | 1976 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |