1987 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2008 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass 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. In terms of performance, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Compass. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 558 kg more than 1987 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2008 Jeep Compass 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, 2008 Jeep Compass 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, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 De Tomaso Pantera | 2008 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Jeep |
| Model | Pantera | Compass |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 51 L |
