1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1972 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (110 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 90 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. 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, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1972 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | De Tomaso |
Model | 75 | Pantera |
Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 5761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 80 L |