2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1972 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. (330 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 116 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. (441 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1972 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | De Tomaso |
| Model | Corvette | Pantera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 5765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
