1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia 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 221 more horse power than 2010 Opel Insignia. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Insignia.
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 Opel Insignia, 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Insignia. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Opel |
| Model | Pantera | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2737 mm |
