1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 197 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 442 kg more than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 1970 De Tomaso Pantera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Hyundai |
| Model | Pantera | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
