1978 Buick Electra vs. 1989 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP) has 197 more horse power than 1978 Buick Electra. (153 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Electra.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (452 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Electra. (381 Nm). This means 1989 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Electra. 1978 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1989 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1989 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Electra | 1989 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Buick | De Tomaso |
| Model | Electra | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2520 mm |
