1986 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1964 Maserati 3500
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 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Maserati 3500 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 118 more horse power than 1964 Maserati 3500. (232 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1964 Maserati 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 90 kg more than 1964 Maserati 3500. 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Maserati 3500. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Maserati 3500.
Compare all specifications:
1986 De Tomaso Pantera | 1964 Maserati 3500 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Maserati |
Model | Pantera | 3500 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1964 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |