2003 Caterham 7 vs. 1971 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2003 Caterham 7 is newer by 32 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, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2003 Caterham 7. (160 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2003 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 1100 kg more than 2003 Caterham 7. 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, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (176 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1971 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Caterham 7 | 1971 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Caterham | De Tomaso |
| Model | 7 | Pantera |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 209 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 | 500 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2520 mm |
