1985 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2005 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (515 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1985 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1985 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 418 kg more than 1985 De Tomaso Pantera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Ferrari 612 (568 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 De Tomaso Pantera. (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 De Tomaso Pantera. 2005 Ferrari 612 has automatic transmission and 1985 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1985 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ferrari 612 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 De Tomaso Pantera | 2005 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ferrari |
| Model | Pantera | 612 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 5748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 515 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 568 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 108 L |
