1973 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2007 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 34 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 140 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 420 kg more than 1973 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota 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, 2007 Dodge Dakota 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 De Tomaso Pantera | 2007 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
| Model | Pantera | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3340 mm |
