1973 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2007 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 34 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 10 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Charger. (340 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 993 kg more than 1973 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2007 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger 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, 2007 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 De Tomaso Pantera. (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 De Tomaso Pantera. 2007 Dodge Charger 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. 2007 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 De Tomaso Pantera | 2007 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
| Model | Pantera | Charger |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 5653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3050 mm |
