1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1997 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1997 Dodge Dakota is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 148 kg more than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 1997 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 1997 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
Model | Pantera | Dakota |
Year Released | 1970 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2850 mm |