1971 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 36 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 182 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 364 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1971 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 De Tomaso Pantera | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pantera | Golf |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
