1988 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1989 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda. (301 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda.
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, 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda (460 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 De Tomaso Pantera. (452 Nm). This means 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 De Tomaso Pantera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1989 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Aston Martin | De Tomaso |
| Model | Lagonda | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2520 mm |
