1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2009 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass 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 178 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 11 kg more than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass 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, 2009 Jeep Compass 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 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 2009 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Jeep |
| Model | Pantera | Compass |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| 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 | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
