1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2001 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2001 Ford Excursion 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 98 more horse power than 2001 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1879 kg more than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2001 Ford Excursion 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, 2001 Ford Excursion 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Excursion. (474 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 Excursion. 2001 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1970 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 2001 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Pantera | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 5405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 3261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3490 mm |
