1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander 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 120 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (230 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 299 kg more than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (491 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (314 Nm). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
| Model | Pantera | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 3309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
