1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester 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 176 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 226 kg more than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Subaru |
| Model | Pantera | Forester |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| 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 | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
