1986 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 22 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 209 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 313 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. 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 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1986 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1986 De Tomaso Pantera | 2008 Ford Focus | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Pantera | Focus |
Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 51 L |