1996 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1973 Honda 1300
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 1300 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 269 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 527 kg more than 1973 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 De Tomaso Pantera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda 1300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 De Tomaso Pantera | 1973 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Honda |
| Model | Pantera | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1298 cc |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2200 mm |
