Top 10 Fastest Cars from 1971

1971 De Tomaso Pantera

Rank: #1

Class: 1971

0-60 Time: 6.8 seconds

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The top 10 fastest cars from 1971 are ranked from fastest to slowest based on their 0-60 times. We crunched the numbers from the best estimates of several premier resources, including Motor Trend, Road & Track, Car & Driver and more.

Pulling up at #1 in this class is the 1971 De Tomaso Pantera, which races 0-60 mph in 6.8 seconds. Sports cars with this rate of acceleration are generally classified as Spirited Cars.

It darts ahead of the #2 ranked 1971 Datsun 240Z by 1.9 seconds and the #3 ranked 1971 Porsche 911 T Sportomatic by 2.3 seconds.

Whether you are behind the wheel of one of these cars or happen to spot one in the next lane over, think twice before you step on the gas pedal. In a race from 0-60 mph between 1971 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1971 Datsun 240Z, you would WIN by 1.9 seconds!

If you happen to roll up next to another De Tomaso, be sure you know what you're up against. Find out where your car stands among the top 10 fastest cars from 1971.

We provide the most comprehensive collection of zero to 60 times, comparisons and class standings. Our proprietary 0-60 time calculations are based on the best estimates from several of the premier sources, including Motor Trend, Road & Track, Car & Driver and more. The data presented by Sportscar Standings are estimates only, are not guaranteed to be accurate, and are subject to change at any time.