1973 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2000 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2000 GMC Sierra is newer by 27 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 153 more horse power than 2000 GMC Sierra. (197 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Sierra weights approximately 425 kg more than 1973 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2000 GMC Sierra 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, 2000 GMC Sierra 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Sierra. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 De Tomaso Pantera | 2000 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | De Tomaso | GMC |
| Model | Pantera | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3030 mm |
