2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1970 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 34 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 368 kg more than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. (491 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | De Tomaso |
| Model | Corvette | Pantera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 491 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
