1996 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1957 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1957 Lotus Seven. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 672 kg more than 1957 Lotus Seven. 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, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
1996 De Tomaso Pantera | 1957 Lotus Seven | |
Make | De Tomaso | Lotus |
Model | Pantera | Seven |
Year Released | 1996 | 1957 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2190 mm |