1987 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1995 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 1995 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 De Tomaso Pantera 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 272 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon. (78 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 520 kg more than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon. 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, 1995 Lancia Ypsilon, 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) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon. (114 Nm). This means 1987 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 De Tomaso Pantera | 1995 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Lancia |
| Model | Pantera | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 78.7 mm |
| 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 | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2390 mm |
