1985 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2011 Ford E-150
To start off, 2011 Ford E-150 is newer by 26 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 125 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-150 weights approximately 978 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford E-150. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford E-150. 2011 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1985 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1985 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 De Tomaso Pantera | 2011 Ford E-150 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Pantera | E-150 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 2093 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 125 L |