1996 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1968 Volvo 120
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 120 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) has 283 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 412 kg more than 1968 Volvo 120. 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 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 De Tomaso Pantera | 1968 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Volvo |
| Model | Pantera | 120 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
