1995 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Dart 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 110 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 5 kg more than 1995 De Tomaso Pantera.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 De Tomaso Pantera | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
| Model | Pantera | Dart |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
