1972 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2012 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke 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 142 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Juke. (188 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Juke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 48 kg more than 2012 Nissan Juke. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Nissan Juke, 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 (441 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Juke.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 De Tomaso Pantera | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Nissan |
| Model | Pantera | Juke |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
