1985 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 21 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 147 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1434 kg more than 1985 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford F-150. (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1985 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 De Tomaso Pantera | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Pantera | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 98 L |
