2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1970 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 37 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 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (381 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1970 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, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (491 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (417 Nm). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | Aston Martin | De Tomaso |
Model | V8 Vantage | Pantera |
Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 5761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 350 HP |
Torque | 417 Nm | 491 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |