1992 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1970 Fiat 124
To start off, 1992 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 124 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 255 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 124. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 460 kg more than 1970 Fiat 124. 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 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 124. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 De Tomaso Pantera | 1970 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Fiat |
| Model | Pantera | 124 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
