1979 Chrysler Newport vs. 1971 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1979 Chrysler Newport is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 210 kg more than 1971 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, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chrysler Newport. (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler Newport | 1971 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Chrysler | De Tomaso |
| Model | Newport | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2520 mm |
