1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2006 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2006 Land Rover LR3 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 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover LR3. (300 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover LR3.
Because 2006 Land Rover LR3 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 Land Rover LR3 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 2006 Land Rover LR3. (427 Nm). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Land Rover LR3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 2006 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Land Rover |
| Model | Pantera | LR3 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2890 mm |
