2003 Alpina B7 vs. 1970 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2003 Alpina B7 is newer by 33 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 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B7 (492 HP) has 142 more horse power than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 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, 2003 Alpina B7 (700 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. (491 Nm). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. 2003 Alpina B7 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. 2003 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B7 | 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Alpina | De Tomaso |
| Model | B7 | Pantera |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4399 cc | 5761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 491 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2520 mm |
