2005 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 360 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus. 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, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera (451 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 De Tomaso Pantera | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Pantera | Taunus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 54 L |
