1988 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1987 Ferrari 412 GT
To start off, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari 412 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari 412 GT would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1987 Ferrari 412 GT. (340 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1987 Ferrari 412 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 465 kg more than 1988 De Tomaso Pantera.
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 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ferrari 412 GT. (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ferrari 412 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1988 De Tomaso Pantera | 1987 Ferrari 412 GT | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ferrari |
Model | Pantera | 412 GT |
Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 78 mm |
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 | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 120 L |