1980 Alpine A 310 vs. 1973 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1980 Alpine A 310 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1980 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1980 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 370 kg more than 1980 Alpine A 310. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alpine A 310. (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alpine A 310 | 1973 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | Alpine | De Tomaso |
Model | A 310 | Pantera |
Year Released | 1980 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 5766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2530 mm |