1986 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger 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 207 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger.
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 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1986 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1986 De Tomaso Pantera | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Pantera | Ranger |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 59 L |