1973 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1996 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1996 Ford Scorpio is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 120 kg more than 1996 Ford Scorpio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 De Tomaso Pantera | 1996 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Pantera | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1450 mm |
