1986 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2006 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 20 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 224 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (126 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 584 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (204 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 De Tomaso Pantera | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Isuzu |
| Model | Pantera | KB |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2405 cc |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 76 L |
