1973 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Toyota Corolla is newer by 35 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 165 kg more than 2008 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1973 De Tomaso Pantera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 De Tomaso Pantera | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
| Model | Pantera | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
