1976 Buick Riviera vs. 1992 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1992 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1976 Buick Riviera. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 345 kg more than 1992 De Tomaso Pantera.
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, 1992 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick Riviera. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1992 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick Riviera. 1976 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1992 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1992 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Riviera | 1992 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | Buick | De Tomaso |
Model | Riviera | Pantera |
Year Released | 1976 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 5761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |