1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 59 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. (291 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Pantera | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2649 mm |
