1972 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 39 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 173 more horse power than 2011 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 109 kg more than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 1972 De Tomaso Pantera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1972 De Tomaso Pantera | 2011 Honda Accord | |
Make | De Tomaso | Honda |
Model | Pantera | Accord |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1459 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |