1985 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 22 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 149 more horse power than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 278 kg more than 1985 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 1985 De Tomaso Pantera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 De Tomaso Pantera | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Seat |
| Model | Pantera | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 70 L |
