1986 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1972 Ford Torino
To start off, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino 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 255 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 189 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1986 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 De Tomaso Pantera | 1972 Ford Torino | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Pantera | Torino |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 4096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 87 L |
