1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2011 Acura MDX
To start off, 2011 Acura MDX is newer by 41 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 50 more horse power than 2011 Acura MDX. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2011 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura MDX weights approximately 682 kg more than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2011 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura MDX 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura MDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura MDX. 2011 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 1970 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 2011 Acura MDX | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Acura |
| Model | Pantera | MDX |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 2064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2751 mm |
