1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2012 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition 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 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Ford Expedition. (310 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Expedition.
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, 2012 Ford Expedition (494 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. (491 Nm). This means 2012 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. 2012 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 2012 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Pantera | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 310 HP |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3023 mm |
