1971 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari 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 163 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 294 kg more than 1971 De Tomaso Pantera.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari. 2005 GMC Safari 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. 2005 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 De Tomaso Pantera | 2005 GMC Safari | |
Make | De Tomaso | GMC |
Model | Pantera | Safari |
Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 481 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 102.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1894 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2950 mm |