1989 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1968 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1968 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 395 kg more than 1968 Opel Rekord. 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, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1989 De Tomaso Pantera | 1968 Opel Rekord | |
Make | De Tomaso | Opel |
Model | Pantera | Rekord |
Year Released | 1989 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |