2005 Acura TL vs. 1973 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2005 Acura TL is newer by 32 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 83 more horse power than 2005 Acura TL. (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura TL weights approximately 225 kg more than 1973 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 1973 De Tomaso Pantera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura TL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura TL. (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura TL | 1973 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Acura | De Tomaso |
| Model | TL | Pantera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3209 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
