1972 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2012 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX is newer by 40 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 95 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti EX. (235 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti EX.
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, 2012 Infiniti EX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. (441 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. 2012 Infiniti EX 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. 2012 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 De Tomaso Pantera | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
Make | De Tomaso | Infiniti |
Model | Pantera | EX |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5765 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1572 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |