1987 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1997 Nissan 400 R
To start off, 1997 Nissan 400 R is newer by 10 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, 1997 Nissan 400 R (400 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1987 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R should accelerate faster than 1987 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan 400 R weights approximately 130 kg more than 1987 De Tomaso Pantera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Nissan 400 R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R 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, 1997 Nissan 400 R (471 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 De Tomaso Pantera. (460 Nm). This means 1997 Nissan 400 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 De Tomaso Pantera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 De Tomaso Pantera | 1997 Nissan 400 R | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Nissan |
| Model | Pantera | 400 R |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 471 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
