1986 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 27 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1986 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1986 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1057 kg more than 1986 De Tomaso Pantera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 De Tomaso Pantera. (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 De Tomaso Pantera. 2013 Ford F-150 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. 2013 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 De Tomaso Pantera | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Pantera | F-150 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2477 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5888 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2464 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1933 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3683 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 136 L |