1972 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 37 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 33 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. (297 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1326 kg more than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 1972 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 De Tomaso Pantera | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | De Tomaso | Land Rover |
Model | Pantera | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5765 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 88 L |