1985 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2006 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB 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 223 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (127 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 582 kg more than 1985 De Tomaso Pantera.
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 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB.
Compare all specifications:
1985 De Tomaso Pantera | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
Make | De Tomaso | Isuzu |
Model | Pantera | KB |
Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2405 cc |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 2004 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3060 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 76 L |