1987 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2001 Infiniti I
To start off, 2001 Infiniti I is newer by 14 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 126 more horse power than 2001 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2001 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Infiniti I weights approximately 90 kg more than 1987 De Tomaso Pantera.
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, 2001 Infiniti I, 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 De Tomaso Pantera | 2001 Infiniti I | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Infiniti |
| Model | Pantera | I |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
