1972 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1981 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1981 Nissan Skyline is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 300 kg more than 1981 Nissan Skyline. 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, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 De Tomaso Pantera | 1981 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Nissan |
| Model | Pantera | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
