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They had emission requirements in the USA in 1973?73 started the big safety and emission requirements which lowered engine performance and affected looks
Not even close - the Pantera is not even in the top ten fastest exotics of the 70's.IIRC used to be the fasted sports car in the mid 70's
They had emission requirements in the USA in 1973?
As for Germany seat-belts and head rests were a standard for the 02 already in 1971 and cars build before 1980 or those today registered as Classic cars - don't require a catalytic converter. As such the output 130 PS/hp never changed.
In NYC it meant Break My Window,,, In Florida it means Bring My WalletNot sure, someone in the States during the 70's tried telling me it stands for British Motor Works
One of my all time favorite BimmersI think it actually stands for Beyond Magical Wonders
BTW did my favorite BMW the 3.0 CLS ever participate in those US races - like Indi. or etc.?
It is beautiful thouNot even close - the Pantera is not even in the top ten fastest exotics of the 70's.
It's top end was only 159mph (256kph), the Jaguar XJS could beat that easily.
Yes it is....and speed is an interpretative term - some go for acceleration, some for top-speed and other in a combination.It is beautiful thou
I think that was the first year of serious pollution controls, pre catalytic converter, including added air pump and carburetor adjustments, which made drive ability issues, dieseling (running on after shut down), and poor gas mileage. I always felt that was a good year to avoid when buying a used car.They had emission requirements in the USA in 1973?
As for Germany seat-belts and head rests were a standard for the 02 already in 1971 and cars build before 1980 or those today registered as Classic cars - don't require a catalytic converter. As such the output 130 PS/hp never changed.
I think that was the first year of serious pollution controls, pre catalytic converter, including added air pump and carburetor adjustments, which made drive ability issues, dieseling (running on after shut down), and poor gas mileage. I always felt that was a good year to avoid when buying a used car.
The first step for pollution control actually started in the early 60's with the introduction of the "Positive Crankcase Ventilation" (PCV), which eliminated the crankcase vent with a tube running from the valve cover or engine block, to the intake manifold (complete with a valve).I think that was the first year of serious pollution controls, pre catalytic converter, including added air pump and carburetor adjustments, which made drive ability issues, dieseling (running on after shut down), and poor gas mileage. I always felt that was a good year to avoid when buying a used car.
One of my fellow class member in pilot training drove a Detomaso Mangusta (great name!). He came from a rich family and his dad gave him the car to dump a girlfriend! He rolled it once and had to sell his airplane to pay for repairs! Tough life.Yes it is....and speed is an interpretative term - some go for acceleration, some for top-speed and other in a combination.
e.g. In 1973-5 the De Tomaso Panterra GTS in acceleration 0-60 in 5.8 sec. and in top speed 179,5 mph, whilst a Porsche Carrera 3.0 RS did 5.2 sec with top speed of 155mphDe Tomaso Pantera GTS specs, 0-60, quarter mile, lap times - FastestLaps.com
1973 De Tomaso Pantera GTS specs, 0-60, quarter mile, lap times, price, top speed, engine specifications, pictures.fastestlaps.com
and a Ferrari GT4 BB did 6.2sec. with a top speed of 188mph
And a De Tomaso besides tremendous performance and looking great cost "only" at average 50-30% of a Lambo or e.g. Aston Martin
The De Tomaso Longchamp IMO is a great looking car too. (aside from the Ford Granada? headlights)
I guess that is why they are called "$uper sports-cars".One of my fellow class member in pilot training drove a Detomaso Mangusta (great name!). He came from a rich family and his dad gave him the car to dump a girlfriend! He rolled it once and had to sell his airplane to pay for repairs! Tough life.
Yes, unfortunately the original group of "fancy" of classic cars, has been taken over consistently by business "profit" mentality people. But as unfortunate as it is for "real" collectors,I must admit to a liking for the old Mercedes 300SL series gull wing cars but the price range is way beyond me now. The stock production 300SL was quite affordable in the 80s.
California required the PCV in 1962, My 1967 Chevy Impala SS 327 was detuned and anemic compared to the 65-66s.The first step for pollution control actually started in the early 60's with the introduction of the "Positive Crankcase Ventilation" (PCV), which eliminated the crankcase vent with a tube running from the valve cover or engine block, to the intake manifold (complete with a valve).
By 1967, automakers were introducing the fresh air circulation pump system with Ford's "thermactor" arrangement being a disaster (caused several problems including engine fires) and was redesigned by 1968/69.
I believe that this was a common occurrence in the 19th century throughout large colonies/countries national parks being established also in Australia, Canada, etc. knowing that in Europe throughout the centuries original wild life had been almost exterminated.On the greater subject of environmental protection... As difficult as it is to believe to outsiders, the greater conservation movement began in the USA and back in the 19th Century there were interested parties in preserving nature by pushing for the establishment of national parks and wildlife reserves. Later, people like Teddy Roosevelt pushed for conservation laws and protected areas.
I believe that this was a common occurrence in the 19th century throughout large colonies/countries national parks being established also in Australia, Canada, etc. knowing that in Europe throughout the centuries original wild life had been almost exterminated.
Sweden due it's similar vastness and sparse population and wild animals as the USA, was the first European country to establish a national park in 1909.
Actually, the Clean Air Act was first enacted in 1963 and has been re-issued since. The Motor Vehicle Air Pollution Act was introduced in 1965.That is why I was initially surprised when someone mentioned 1973