1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1996 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 48 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1996 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | De Tomaso |
Model | Alfa 6 | Pantera |
Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |