1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2005 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2005 Mazda B2500 is newer by 35 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 146 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B2500. (204 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 323 kg more than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2005 Mazda B2500 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, 2005 Mazda B2500 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B2500. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 2005 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mazda |
| Model | Pantera | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 4030 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2990 mm |
