2002 Bentley Continental T vs. 1970 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2002 Bentley Continental T is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Continental T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley Continental T (421 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Continental T should accelerate faster than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera.
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, 2002 Bentley Continental T (875 Nm) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. (491 Nm). This means 2002 Bentley Continental T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. 2002 Bentley Continental T has automatic transmission and 1970 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Bentley Continental T will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Continental T | 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Bentley | De Tomaso |
| Model | Continental T | Pantera |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 5761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 491 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2520 mm |
