1989 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1974 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP) has 232 more horse power than 1974 Lancia Beta. (118 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1974 Lancia Beta.
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 (452 Nm) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 1989 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 De Tomaso Pantera | 1974 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Lancia |
| Model | Pantera | Beta |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2340 mm |
