1986 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1993 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1993 Lotus Esprit is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1993 Lotus Esprit. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1993 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 245 kg more than 1993 Lotus Esprit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1986 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
1986 De Tomaso Pantera | 1993 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | De Tomaso | Lotus |
Model | Pantera | Esprit |
Year Released | 1986 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 73 L |