1971 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 42 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 128 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (222 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 25 kg more than 2013 Ford E-Series. 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford E-Series. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford E-Series. 2013 Ford E-Series 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. 2013 Ford E-Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1971 De Tomaso Pantera | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Pantera | E-Series |
Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 481 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.38:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 25 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 2085 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3505 mm |