1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2002 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Microbus is newer by 32 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 216 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 278 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Microbus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 2002 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pantera | Microbus |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
