1971 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 38 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 141 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. (209 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1108 kg more than 1971 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. (360 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
1971 De Tomaso Pantera | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | De Tomaso | Land Rover |
Model | Pantera | Discovery |
Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 481 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2890 mm |