1973 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2005 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2005 Subaru Baja is newer by 32 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 187 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Baja. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Baja weights approximately 230 kg more than 1973 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2005 Subaru Baja 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, 2005 Subaru Baja 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 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 De Tomaso Pantera | 2005 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Subaru |
| Model | Pantera | Baja |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |
