1972 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2001 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2001 Dodge Dakota is newer by 29 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 232 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 180 kg more than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2001 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
1972 De Tomaso Pantera | 2001 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
Model | Pantera | Dakota |
Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2850 mm |