1986 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2009 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2009 Ford Ranger is newer by 23 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 143 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ranger. (207 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 398 kg more than 2009 Ford Ranger. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ranger. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1986 De Tomaso Pantera | 2009 Ford Ranger | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Pantera | Ranger |
Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1022 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 74 L |