1988 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (492 HP) has 142 more horse power than 1988 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1988 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 De Tomaso Pantera. (460 Nm). This means 1994 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 De Tomaso Pantera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 De Tomaso Pantera | 1994 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Lamborghini |
| Model | Pantera | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 5706 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 492 HP |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |
