1986 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2011 Honda Element
To start off, 2011 Honda Element is newer by 25 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 184 more horse power than 2011 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Element weights approximately 186 kg more than 1986 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 1986 De Tomaso Pantera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Element, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Element. 2011 Honda Element 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. 2011 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 De Tomaso Pantera | 2011 Honda Element | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Honda |
| Model | Pantera | Element |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 60 L |
