1988 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2005 Ford E-150
To start off, 2005 Ford E-150 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 125 more horse power than 2005 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 963 kg more than 1988 De Tomaso Pantera.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford E-150. (373 Nm). This means 1988 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 De Tomaso Pantera | 2005 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Pantera | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 132 L |
