1973 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 38 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 126 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (224 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 219 kg more than 1973 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester 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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester. 2011 Subaru Forester 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. 2011 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1973 De Tomaso Pantera | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | De Tomaso | Subaru |
Model | Pantera | Forester |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2616 mm |