1972 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2010 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro is newer by 38 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 2010 Dodge Nitro. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Nitro.
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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Nitro. (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Nitro. 2010 Dodge Nitro 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. 2010 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 De Tomaso Pantera | 2010 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
Model | Pantera | Nitro |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4544 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2764 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 74 L |