1971 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 33 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (310 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1420 kg more than 1971 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 De Tomaso Pantera. (481 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 De Tomaso Pantera.
Compare all specifications:
1971 De Tomaso Pantera | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Pantera | Excursion |
Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 6801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 481 Nm | 576 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 3020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3490 mm |