1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 167 kg more than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. (491 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Chevrolet |
| Model | Pantera | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3650 mm |
