1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2004 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2004 Lincoln LS is newer by 34 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) has 118 more horse power than 2004 Lincoln LS. (232 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2004 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln LS weights approximately 305 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) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lincoln LS. (298 Nm). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 2004 Lincoln LS | |
Make | De Tomaso | Lincoln |
Model | Pantera | LS |
Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 232 HP |
Torque | 491 Nm | 298 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2910 mm |