1985 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 27 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (408 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1985 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1985 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 2 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 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, 2012 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, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche 911. (420 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1985 De Tomaso Pantera | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Porsche |
Model | Pantera | 911 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 408 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 67 L |