1990 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1966 Triumph GT6
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 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph GT6 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 256 more horse power than 1966 Triumph GT6. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 560 kg more than 1966 Triumph GT6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 De Tomaso Pantera | 1966 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Triumph |
| Model | Pantera | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2110 mm |
