1972 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2005 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2005 Toyota Solara is newer by 33 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 5,765 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 169 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Solara. (161 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Solara weights approximately 13 kg more than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 1972 De Tomaso Pantera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Solara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Solara. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
1972 De Tomaso Pantera | 2005 Toyota Solara | |
Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
Model | Pantera | Solara |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5765 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |