1971 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2006 Honda Accord

To start off, 2006 Honda Accord 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 184 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 390 kg more than 1971 De Tomaso Pantera.

Because 2006 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord 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 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

1971 De Tomaso Pantera 2006 Honda Accord
Make De Tomaso Honda
Model Pantera Accord
Year Released 1971 2006
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 5766 cc 2360 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 350 HP 166 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 481 Nm 217 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.9 mm 99 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 9.7:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1600 kg 1990 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1100 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2750 mm


 

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