1991 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1971 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 340 kg more than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ. 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, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1971 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | De Tomaso |
| Model | SZ | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
