1988 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4
To start off, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 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 11 more horse power than 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4. (339 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 260 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4. 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.
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1988 De Tomaso Pantera | 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ferrari |
Model | Pantera | 365 GT4 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 339 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 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 | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |