1972 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 41 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 84 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (266 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 555 kg more than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS 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 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS. 2013 Cadillac CTS 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. 2013 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1972 De Tomaso Pantera | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | De Tomaso | Cadillac |
Model | Pantera | CTS |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.7 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |