1972 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2006 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 34 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 100 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 961 kg more than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2006 Dodge Durango 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, 2006 Dodge Durango 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 (441 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 De Tomaso Pantera | 2006 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
| Model | Pantera | Durango |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 4702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 102 L |
