1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2012 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima 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 175 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Altima weights approximately 60 kg more than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 1970 De Tomaso Pantera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Altima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Nissan |
| Model | Pantera | Altima |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2776 mm |
