1987 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1985 Lancia Y10
To start off, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lancia Y10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lancia Y10 would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Y10. (85 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Y10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 630 kg more than 1985 Lancia Y10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Y10, 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, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Y10. (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1987 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Y10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 De Tomaso Pantera | 1985 Lancia Y10 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Lancia |
| Model | Pantera | Y10 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 1049 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2170 mm |
