1987 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1987 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1987 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 20 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB.
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, both vehicles can yield 460 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 De Tomaso Pantera | 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ferrari |
| Model | Pantera | 512 BB |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 78 mm |
| 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 | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 110 L |
