1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1968 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP) has 252 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Crown. (98 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Crown.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (491 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Crown. (201 Nm). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 1968 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
| Model | Pantera | Crown |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 98 HP |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
