1987 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1970 Maserati Indy
To start off, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1970 Maserati Indy. (288 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1970 Maserati Indy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Maserati Indy weights approximately 122 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Maserati Indy. (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Maserati Indy.
Compare all specifications:
1987 De Tomaso Pantera | 1970 Maserati Indy | |
Make | De Tomaso | Maserati |
Model | Pantera | Indy |
Year Released | 1987 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 5769 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |