1993 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1972 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 310 kg more than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1972 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | De Tomaso |
| Model | 155 | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1350 kg |
