1988 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2007 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 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 122 more horse power than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (228 HP @ 8200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1988 De Tomaso Pantera.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
1988 De Tomaso Pantera | 2007 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mazda |
Model | Pantera | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1307 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8200 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 61 L |