1992 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star
To start off, 1992 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star. (317 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 120 kg more than 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star. 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, 1992 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star. (374 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star.
Compare all specifications:
1992 De Tomaso Pantera | 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star | |
Make | De Tomaso | Lamborghini |
Model | Pantera | Flying Star |
Year Released | 1992 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 3939 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2560 mm |