1971 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1998 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 1998 Toyota Sienna is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Sienna. (189 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 105 kg more than 1971 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 1971 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 1971 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Sienna, 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, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Sienna. (279 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1971 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Sienna. 1998 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1971 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1971 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 De Tomaso Pantera | 1998 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
Model | Pantera | Sienna |
Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 481 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2910 mm |