1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2010 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i30 is newer by 40 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 226 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 71 kg more than 2010 Hyundai i30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Hyundai i30, 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 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 2010 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Hyundai |
| Model | Pantera | i30 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
