1988 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1971 Ford 17
To start off, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford 17 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 291 more horse power than 1971 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 345 kg more than 1971 Ford 17. 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, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1988 De Tomaso Pantera | 1971 Ford 17 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Pantera | 17 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 87 L |