1971 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 41 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1971 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1971 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1004 kg more than 1971 De Tomaso Pantera. 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, 2012 GMC Yukon (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 De Tomaso Pantera. (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 De Tomaso Pantera. 2012 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1971 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1971 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 De Tomaso Pantera | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | De Tomaso | GMC |
| Model | Pantera | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2604 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3302 mm |
