1988 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 19 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 212 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 238 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Civic 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, 2007 Honda Civic 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 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2007 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1988 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1988 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 De Tomaso Pantera | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Honda |
| Model | Pantera | Civic |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 50 L |
