2005 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2000 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotus GT 1 would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2005 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2005 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 370 kg more than 2000 Lotus GT 1.
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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus GT 1. (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus GT 1.
Compare all specifications:
2005 De Tomaso Pantera | 2000 Lotus GT 1 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Lotus |
Model | Pantera | GT 1 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 3506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 573 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2690 mm |