1971 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2006 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2006 Infiniti FX 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 70 more horse power than 2006 Infiniti FX. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2006 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 280 kg more than 2006 Infiniti FX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Infiniti FX. (367 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 De Tomaso Pantera | 2006 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Infiniti |
| Model | Pantera | FX |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
