1973 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1979 Subaru Leone is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 350 kg more than 1979 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Leone 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, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1973 De Tomaso Pantera | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
Make | De Tomaso | Subaru |
Model | Pantera | Leone |
Year Released | 1973 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2450 mm |