1972 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2009 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2009 Saturn Sky 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 5,761 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 90 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Sky. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Sky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 6 kg more than 2009 Saturn Sky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Sky. (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Sky.
Compare all specifications:
1972 De Tomaso Pantera | 2009 Saturn Sky | |
Make | De Tomaso | Saturn |
Model | Pantera | Sky |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 49 L |