De Tomaso Pantera vs Porsche 718

How does the De Tomaso Pantera stack up against the Porsche 718? We put their headline specs side by side so you can see exactly where each car leads.

De Tomaso PanteraDe Tomaso Pantera
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Porsche 718Porsche 718
SpecDe Tomaso PanteraPorsche 718
Horsepower (max)350 hp493 hp
0-100 km/h (fastest)5.5 s3.2 s
Top speed285 km/h315 km/h
Variants110
Body styleMid-engine V8 sports coupeSports car & roadster
GenerationPantera (1971–1992)982
Production1971 – 19922016 – present
Length4,267 mm4,379 mm
Width1,830 mm1,801 mm
Height1,100 mm1,295 mm
Wheelbase2,515 mm2,475 mm

De Tomaso Pantera vs Porsche 718: common questions

Is the De Tomaso Pantera or Porsche 718 faster?
The Porsche 718 is quicker, hitting 0-60 mph in 3s versus the De Tomaso Pantera's 5.2s (0-100 km/h in 3.2s vs 5.5s).
Which has more horsepower, the De Tomaso Pantera or the Porsche 718?
The Porsche 718 makes more power: 493 hp (368 kW) versus 350 hp (261 kW) for the De Tomaso Pantera.
Is the De Tomaso Pantera or Porsche 718 faster on top speed?
The Porsche 718 has the higher top speed at 196 mph (315 km/h), versus 177 mph (285 km/h) for the De Tomaso Pantera.
What is the main difference between the De Tomaso Pantera and the Porsche 718?
The De Tomaso Pantera is a mid-engine v8 sports coupe, while the Porsche 718 is a sports car & roadster. That difference in body style drives most of the others.