1973 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2009 Ford F-350
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 36 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 2009 Ford F-350. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 384 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 2009 Ford F-350. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford F-350.
Compare all specifications:
1973 De Tomaso Pantera | 2009 Ford F-350 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Pantera | F-350 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 5398 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 Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3610 mm |