In this video we try out a De Tomaso Pantera GTS. It has a good sound and despite its age, it keeps up well with the newer and younger sports cars. Turn up your speakers and enjoy the great sound of De Tomaso Pantera GTS.
Our De Tomaso Pantera GTS onboard video is unfortunately a little shaky this time. Hope you will enjoy the video anyway.
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De Tomaso Pantera GTS: Italian fire with American muscle
Imagine a car that combines Italian flair with raw American V8 power.
It sounds almost too good to be true, right?
But that’s exactly what the De Tomaso Pantera GTS is – a seductive cocktail of European style and transatlantic muscle.
Pantera, which means “panther” in Italian, was born in 1971 as a collaboration between Argentinian-Italian car builder Alejandro de Tomaso and American car giant Ford.
The result?
A supercar that made even Ferraris and Lamborghinis look nervously over their shoulders.
But let’s talk about the GTS version – the cream of the Pantera family.
Launched in 1973, the GTS was Pantera’s answer to an espresso: concentrated, potent and with a kick that could wake even the sleepiest car fanatic.
Under the hood was a 5.8 liter Ford Cleveland V8.
At 350 horsepower, it may not have been the most powerful in its class, but it delivered torque that could make the asphalt cringe.
Combined with the car’s low weight, it provided acceleration that could push you back in your seat with a force that made you rethink your relationship with gravity.
Fun fact: Do you know why the Pantera GTS had such wide rear tires?
It wasn’t just for looks.
The massive 285 mm wide tires were necessary to keep all the power the engine was sending out the back.
It gave the car an aggressive stance that made it look like it was ready to jump, even when stationary.
The GTS stood out with its extended fenders, aggressive front spoiler and a rear spoiler that looked like it could generate enough downforce to keep the car planted on the road even at hurricane force.
It wasn’t just for show – these aerodynamic additions made the car more stable at high speeds, which was quite necessary considering the Pantera GTS could reach top speeds of over 270 km/h.
The interior was a fascinating mix of Italian luxury and American pragmatism.
Leather, aluminum and a dashboard that made you feel like a fighter pilot.
But don’t get too distracted – with a 0-100 km/h time of less than 5 seconds, the Pantera GTS demanded your full attention.
Production of the Pantera continued until 1992, but the GTS model remains the most coveted.
With only around 7,000 Panteras produced in total, of which the GTSs are an exclusive subset, it is today a rare and treasured classic.
Driving a De Tomaso Pantera GTS is like going back in time to the wildest supercar era of the 70s and 80s.
It’s raw, unadulterated and uncompromising – a reminder of a time when supercars were as much about character and personality as pure performance.
What other classic supercar do you think deserves the same iconic status as the Pantera GTS?
Are there any modern cars that manage to capture the same raw spirit and character?
Share your thoughts – I’m excited to hear which cars make your hearts beat a little faster!
