1994 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1968 Renault 10
To start off, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault 10 would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1968 Renault 10. (43 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 645 kg more than 1968 Renault 10. 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, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
1994 De Tomaso Pantera | 1968 Renault 10 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Renault |
Model | Pantera | 10 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2280 mm |