1990 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1966 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Elan. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 724 kg more than 1966 Lotus Elan. 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, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Elan. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
1990 De Tomaso Pantera | 1966 Lotus Elan | |
Make | De Tomaso | Lotus |
Model | Pantera | Elan |
Year Released | 1990 | 1966 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1557 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
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 | 696 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2140 mm |