1995 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1969 Porsche 914
To start off, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 495 kg more than 1969 Porsche 914. 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, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1995 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
1995 De Tomaso Pantera | 1969 Porsche 914 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Porsche |
Model | Pantera | 914 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1679 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |