1988 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza 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) has 123 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (227 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 16 kg more than 1988 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2005 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (294 Nm). This means 1988 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1988 De Tomaso Pantera | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | De Tomaso | Subaru |
Model | Pantera | Impreza |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 227 HP |
Torque | 460 Nm | 294 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1436 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 60 L |