1996 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2003 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2003 Toyota Tundra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 298 kg more than 1996 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2003 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Tundra 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, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
1996 De Tomaso Pantera | 2003 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
Model | Pantera | Tundra |
Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3270 mm |