1977 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1989 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda. (286 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda.
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, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (452 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda. (434 Nm). This means 1989 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1989 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Aston Martin | De Tomaso |
| Model | Lagonda | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2520 mm |
