1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2010 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2010 Jeep Compass 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 178 more horse power than 2010 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2010 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Compass weights approximately 12 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, 2010 Jeep Compass, 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 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Compass. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 2010 Jeep Compass | |
Make | De Tomaso | Jeep |
Model | Pantera | Compass |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2400 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 | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1394 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4404 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1656 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2634 mm |