1996 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 16 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 192 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1286 kg more than 1996 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
1996 De Tomaso Pantera | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | De Tomaso | Land Rover |
Model | Pantera | Freelander |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |