1987 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7
To start off, 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 is newer by 23 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 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7. (173 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 weights approximately 410 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, 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7, 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 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7. 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 has automatic transmission and 1987 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1987 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 De Tomaso Pantera | 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Luxgen |
| Model | Pantera | Luxgen7 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 2200 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 | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4845 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1876 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1768 mm |
