1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 68 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sequoia. (282 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 897 kg more than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia 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) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sequoia. (427 Nm). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
| Model | Pantera | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 2279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3010 mm |
