1971 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2008 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2008 Saturn Sky 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 177 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Sky. (173 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Sky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 310 kg more than 2008 Saturn Sky. 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 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Sky. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Sky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 De Tomaso Pantera | 2008 Saturn Sky | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Saturn |
| Model | Pantera | Sky |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2420 mm |
