1985 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 24 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1985 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1985 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 108 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.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 De Tomaso Pantera. (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 De Tomaso Pantera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 De Tomaso Pantera | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Porsche |
| Model | Pantera | 911 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 473 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 64 L |
