1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2008 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 38 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 211 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 622 kg more than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2008 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2008 SsangYong Kyron 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Kyron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 2008 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | De Tomaso | SsangYong |
| Model | Pantera | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| 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 | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
