1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable 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) has 197 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Sable. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 131 kg more than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (491 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Sable. (252 Nm). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mercury |
| Model | Pantera | Sable |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
