1988 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1968 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1968 Lotus Seven. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1968 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 870 kg more than 1968 Lotus Seven. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 De Tomaso Pantera | 1968 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Lotus |
| Model | Pantera | Seven |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 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 | 550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2240 mm |
