1987 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2011 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2011 Ford Mustang is newer by 24 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, 2011 Ford Mustang (412 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1987 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1987 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mustang weights approximately 267 kg more than 1987 De Tomaso Pantera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Ford Mustang (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 De Tomaso Pantera. (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mustang 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 | 2011 Ford Mustang | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Pantera | Mustang |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5769 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 412 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 528 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 61 L |