1987 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 19 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 49 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-150. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1987 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 De Tomaso Pantera. (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 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 | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Pantera | F-150 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5769 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 98 L |