1973 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2010 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2010 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 37 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 168 more horse power than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2010 Buick LaCrosse.
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, 2010 Buick LaCrosse, 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 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. 2010 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 1973 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1973 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 De Tomaso Pantera | 2010 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Buick |
| Model | Pantera | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2837 mm |
