2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1971 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 29 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, both vehicles can yield 350 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 86 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 De Tomaso Pantera. (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 De Tomaso Pantera.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 1971 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | Chevrolet | De Tomaso |
Model | Corvette | Pantera |
Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 5766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 481 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 276 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2520 mm |