1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (444 HP) has 94 more horse power than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. (491 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pantera | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 444 HP |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
