1972 Buick Skylark vs. 2005 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1972 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Skylark weights approximately 185 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera (451 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Skylark | 2005 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | Buick | De Tomaso |
Model | Skylark | Pantera |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5722 cc | 5766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |