1987 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2008 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 360 is newer by 21 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1987 De Tomaso Pantera.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1987 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 De Tomaso Pantera | 2008 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ferrari |
| Model | Pantera | 360 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 3586 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 95 L |
