1972 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza 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 5,761 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 85 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Impreza. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 105 kg more than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Impreza. (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1972 De Tomaso Pantera | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | De Tomaso | Subaru |
Model | Pantera | Impreza |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |