1971 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2006 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2006 Nissan Titan 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 45 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Titan. (305 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Titan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Titan weights approximately 584 kg more than 1971 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 1971 De Tomaso Pantera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Nissan Titan (514 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 De Tomaso Pantera. (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Titan 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 | 2006 Nissan Titan | |
Make | De Tomaso | Nissan |
Model | Pantera | Titan |
Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 5556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 481 Nm | 514 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2184 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3560 mm |