1972 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera (330 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 563 kg more than 1972 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, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera (441 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1972 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 De Tomaso Pantera | 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Pantera | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 5734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3080 mm |
