1986 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2000 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 14 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (495 HP) has 145 more horse power than 1986 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1986 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Viper weights approximately 15 kg more than 1986 De Tomaso Pantera. 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, 2000 Dodge Viper (678 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 De Tomaso Pantera. (460 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 De Tomaso Pantera.
Compare all specifications:
1986 De Tomaso Pantera | 2000 Dodge Viper | |
Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
Model | Pantera | Viper |
Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 7990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 495 HP |
Torque | 460 Nm | 678 Nm |
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 | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |