1971 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2008 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger is newer by 37 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 202 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 493 kg more than 2008 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ranger. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1971 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1971 De Tomaso Pantera | 2008 Ford Ranger | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Pantera | Ranger |
Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 481 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3200 mm |