1987 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 25 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 212 more horse power than 2012 Opel Insignia. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Insignia.
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, 2012 Opel Insignia, 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 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Insignia. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 De Tomaso Pantera | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Opel |
| Model | Pantera | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2737 mm |
