1986 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari 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) has 160 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 328 kg more than 1986 De Tomaso Pantera.
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) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 1986 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1986 De Tomaso Pantera | 2005 GMC Safari | |
Make | De Tomaso | GMC |
Model | Pantera | Safari |
Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 190 HP |
Torque | 460 Nm | 339 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 102 L |