1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1972 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 565 kg more than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1972 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | De Tomaso |
| Model | Blazer | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 5761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
