1986 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1964 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1964 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 150 kg more than 1964 Ford Zodiac. 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, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Zodiac. (191 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1986 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1986 De Tomaso Pantera | 1964 Ford Zodiac | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Pantera | Zodiac |
Year Released | 1986 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 45 L |