1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 43 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 2013 Acura TL. (305 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura TL weights approximately 418 kg more than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2013 Acura TL 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, 2013 Acura TL 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 2013 Acura TL | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Acura |
| Model | Pantera | TL |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 3700 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 | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1452 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2775 mm |
