1977 Buick Regal vs. 1986 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Regal would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 10 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 1986 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | Buick | De Tomaso |
Model | Regal | Pantera |
Year Released | 1977 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 5761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |