1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2001 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2001 Ford Econovan is newer by 31 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 254 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econovan weights approximately 63 kg more than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera.
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 @ 3500 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 2001 Ford Econovan | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Pantera | Econovan |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2210 mm |
