1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2006 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 36 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 190 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 649 kg more than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2006 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2006 Jeep Cherokee 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. (401 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 2006 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Jeep |
| Model | Pantera | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 2031 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |
