Ferrari Hated This Ford-Powered Supercar. #car

🔥 Why did Ferrari HATE the De Tomaso Pantera? Because it combined exotic Italian supercar design with a raw American Ford V8—delivering 159+ MPH speed for less than half the price of a Ferrari Daytona! In this full documentary breakdown, we explore the wild story behind the Ford-powered De Tomaso Pantera, from its bold partnership with Lincoln-Mercury to its 20-year production run as one of the ultimate classic supercars. 📌 SUBSCRIBE to Automotive Stories for more supercar history deep dives! 💬 COMMENT BELOW: Would you drive a Ford-powered Pantera or a classic V12 Ferrari? ⏱️ Timestamps: 00:00 - The Unexpected Icon (De Tomaso Pantera) 00:45 - A Bold Partnership (Alejandro de Tomaso & Ford) 01:35 - Engineering the Pantera (351 Cleveland V8 Engine) 02:38 - Quality Control, Rust Issues & Early Criticism 03:14 - Evolution and Longevity (GT5, GT5-S & Si Models) 04:12 - An Enduring Legacy & Collector Car Valuation 🛠️ 1971 De Tomaso Pantera Specifications: • Engine: 5.8L (351 cu in) Ford Cleveland V8 Engine • Power: 330 HP @ 5,400 RPM | 380 lb-ft Torque • Drivetrain: Mid-Engine, RWD with 5-Speed ZF Manual Transaxle • Design: Steel Monocoque styled by Tom Tjaarda at Ghia • Top Speed: 159 MPH | 0-60 MPH in 5.5 Seconds 🔎 Related Topics: De Tomaso Pantera history, Ford 351 Cleveland V8, Ferrari vs Ford, 1970s supercars, classic muscle car, Ford powered supercar, De Tomaso Mangusta, exotic cars on a budget, Lincoln Mercury dealership car.