1985 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 45 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (305 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 113 kg more than 1985 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 De Tomaso Pantera | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Subaru |
| Model | Pantera | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 64 L |
