1986 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2005 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2005 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 19 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 49 more horse power than 2005 De Tomaso Guara. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2005 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 220 kg more than 2005 De Tomaso Guara. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 De Tomaso Guara. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 De Tomaso Guara.
Compare all specifications:
1986 De Tomaso Pantera | 2005 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | De Tomaso | De Tomaso |
Model | Pantera | Guara |
Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |