1985 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1969 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (105 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 67 kg more than 1969 Dodge Dart. 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, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1985 De Tomaso Pantera | 1969 Dodge Dart | |
Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
Model | Pantera | Dart |
Year Released | 1985 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 3248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 75 L |