1973 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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. In terms of performance, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 230 kg more than 2008 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 RAV4, 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 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 De Tomaso Pantera | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
| Model | Pantera | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2500 mm |
