1987 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1977 Volvo 66
To start off, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volvo 66 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 294 more horse power than 1977 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1977 Volvo 66.
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 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 De Tomaso Pantera | 1977 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Volvo |
| Model | Pantera | 66 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1550 mm |
