2005 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
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 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 175 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
2005 De Tomaso Pantera | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | De Tomaso | Plymouth |
Model | Pantera | Volare |
Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 5896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2870 mm |