2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1970 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 38 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 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP) has 155 more horse power than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. (491 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | De Tomaso |
| Model | Corvette | Pantera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 5761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 505 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 491 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
