1996 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 1971 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 200 kg more than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. 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, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 De Tomaso Bigua | 1971 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | De Tomaso | De Tomaso |
| Model | Bigua | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
