1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2012 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Challenger is newer by 42 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 45 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Challenger. (305 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 357 kg more than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera.
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, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (491 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Challenger. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Challenger. 2012 Dodge Challenger 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. 2012 Dodge Challenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 2012 Dodge Challenger | |
Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
Model | Pantera | Challenger |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1739 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5022 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1923 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2946 mm |