1988 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2009 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 21 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 196 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 540 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1988 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. 2009 Dodge Sprinter 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. 2009 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 De Tomaso Pantera | 2009 Dodge Sprinter | |
Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
Model | Pantera | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 2450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 95 L |