1973 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1984 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1984 GMC Jimmy is newer by 11 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 259 more horse power than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 50 kg more than 1973 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 1984 GMC Jimmy 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, 1984 GMC Jimmy 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 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 De Tomaso Pantera | 1984 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | De Tomaso | GMC |
| Model | Pantera | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2560 mm |
