1995 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1966 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 350 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 284 kg more than 1966 Ford GT 40.
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, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1995 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 De Tomaso Pantera | 1966 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Pantera | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 85 Nm |
| 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 | 1136 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2420 mm |
