1973 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 33 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 50 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-150. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 366 kg more than 1973 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford F-150. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 De Tomaso Pantera | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Pantera | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3370 mm |
