1972 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator 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 178 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Equator. (152 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 407 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (441 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Equator. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 De Tomaso Pantera | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Suzuki |
| Model | Pantera | Equator |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
