2005 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1966 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Coupe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 190 kg more than 1966 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera (451 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Coupe. (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 De Tomaso Pantera | 1966 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Fiat |
| Model | Pantera | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
