1988 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 18 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 144 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (206 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger 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, 2006 Ford Ranger 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 De Tomaso Pantera | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Pantera | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 4016 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 84 L |
