1990 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1974 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 16 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 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1974 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1974 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 600 kg more than 1974 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Lancia Beta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (452 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lancia Beta. (109 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1990 De Tomaso Pantera | 1974 Lancia Beta | |
Make | De Tomaso | Lancia |
Model | Pantera | Beta |
Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 78.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 49 L |