1993 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1972 Fiat X1-9
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat X1-9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat X1-9 would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1972 Fiat X1-9. (74 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat X1-9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 540 kg more than 1972 Fiat X1-9. 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, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat X1-9. (98 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat X1-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Pantera | 1972 Fiat X1-9 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Fiat |
| Model | Pantera | X1-9 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2210 mm |
