1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2009 Honda S2000
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 39 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 113 more horse power than 2009 Honda S2000. (237 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda S2000.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda S2000. (173 Nm). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 2009 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Honda |
| Model | Pantera | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
