1986 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2012 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2012 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 26 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 50 more horse power than 2012 Saab 05-Sep. (300 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2012 Saab 05-Sep.
Because 2012 Saab 05-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Saab 05-Sep will offer significantly more control. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Saab 05-Sep. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Saab 05-Sep. 2012 Saab 05-Sep 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. 2012 Saab 05-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 De Tomaso Pantera | 2012 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | De Tomaso | Saab |
Model | Pantera | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 70 L |