1971 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 35 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 195 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (155 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 115 kg more than 1971 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2006 Ford Escape 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, 2006 Ford Escape 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 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1971 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 De Tomaso Pantera | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Pantera | Escape |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
