1985 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2005 Honda S2000
To start off, 2005 Honda S2000 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, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2005 Honda S2000. (240 HP @ 8300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 96 kg more than 2005 Honda S2000. 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, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1985 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
1985 De Tomaso Pantera | 2005 Honda S2000 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Honda |
Model | Pantera | S2000 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 50 L |