1993 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1976 Volvo 66
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volvo 66 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 294 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 66.
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 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Pantera | 1976 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Volvo |
| Model | Pantera | 66 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1550 mm |
