1973 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 40 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 176 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sportage. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 175 kg more than 1973 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage 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, 2013 Kia Sportage 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 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sportage. 2013 Kia Sportage 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. 2013 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1973 De Tomaso Pantera | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
Make | De Tomaso | Kia |
Model | Pantera | Sportage |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
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 | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2640 mm |