2005 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1975 Ford Torino
To start off, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Torino 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 255 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 230 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera (451 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Torino. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 De Tomaso Pantera | 1975 Ford Torino | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Pantera | Torino |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 87 L |
