1988 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2007 Opel GT
To start off, 2007 Opel GT 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 90 more horse power than 2007 Opel GT. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 Opel GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel GT. (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
1988 De Tomaso Pantera | 2007 Opel GT | |
Make | De Tomaso | Opel |
Model | Pantera | GT |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 50 L |