1971 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 40 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 205 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 60 kg more than 2011 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1971 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1971 De Tomaso Pantera | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | De Tomaso | Subaru |
Model | Pantera | Forester |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 481 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2616 mm |