1971 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2005 Ford F-250
To start off, 2005 Ford F-250 is newer by 34 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 54 more horse power than 2005 Ford F-250. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1971 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2005 Ford F-250 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, 2005 Ford F-250 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, 2005 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 De Tomaso Pantera. (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford F-250 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 | 2005 Ford F-250 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Pantera | F-250 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 481 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3490 mm |