1971 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra 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 28 more horse power than 2013 GMC Sierra. (322 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 785 kg more than 1971 De Tomaso Pantera.
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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Sierra. (472 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Sierra. 2013 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 De Tomaso Pantera | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | De Tomaso | GMC |
| Model | Pantera | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 472 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 6330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1869 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 4000 mm |
