1971 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2003 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2003 Subaru Baja is newer by 32 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 186 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Baja. (164 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 20 kg more than 2003 Subaru Baja. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Baja 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, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 De Tomaso Pantera | 2003 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Subaru |
| Model | Pantera | Baja |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
