1987 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1970 ZAZ 966
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 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 ZAZ 966 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 323 more horse power than 1970 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1970 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 680 kg more than 1970 ZAZ 966. 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, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 De Tomaso Pantera | 1970 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | ZAZ |
| Model | Pantera | 966 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2170 mm |
