1972 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2006 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra 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 35 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. (441 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 De Tomaso Pantera | 2006 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | De Tomaso | GMC |
| Model | Pantera | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 5358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |
