1991 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1973 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1991 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 100 kg more than 1973 De Tomaso Pantera.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 De Tomaso Pantera. (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 De Tomaso Pantera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen Rally Raid | 1973 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Citroen | De Tomaso |
| Model | Rally Raid | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2530 mm |
