1988 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2000 Acura EL
To start off, 2000 Acura EL is newer by 12 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, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2000 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 341 kg more than 2000 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 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 1988 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Acura EL, 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, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 De Tomaso Pantera | 2000 Acura EL | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Acura |
| Model | Pantera | EL |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 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 Weight | 1420 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2619 mm |
