1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1972 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera (330 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 88 kg more than 1972 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, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera (441 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1972 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | De Tomaso |
Model | Alfa 6 | Pantera |
Year Released | 1979 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 5765 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 254 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1382 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |