1986 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 21 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 95 more horse power than 2007 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford E-350.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (476 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 De Tomaso Pantera. (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 De Tomaso Pantera. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1986 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1986 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 De Tomaso Pantera | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Pantera | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 132 L |
