1988 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Spitfire 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 288 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 640 kg more than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 De Tomaso Pantera | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Triumph |
| Model | Pantera | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 73.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2110 mm |
