1988 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 17 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 20 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (330 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1542 kg more than 1988 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2005 Dodge Ram 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, 2005 Dodge Ram 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 De Tomaso Pantera. (460 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram 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 | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
| Model | Pantera | Ram |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 132 L |
