1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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 113 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. (237 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 302 kg more than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2012 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
Model | Pantera | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3250 mm |