1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1987 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1991 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1991 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 910 kg more than 1991 Caterham Super 7. 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, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Caterham Super 7 | 1987 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | Caterham | De Tomaso |
Model | Super 7 | Pantera |
Year Released | 1991 | 1987 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 102 L |