1990 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 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 235 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 580 kg more than 1975 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, 1975 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 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1990 De Tomaso Pantera | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
Make | De Tomaso | Lancia |
Model | Pantera | Beta |
Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1995 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 | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
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 | 1020 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 | 45 L |