1988 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2009 Lexus GS
To start off, 2009 Lexus GS 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 47 more horse power than 2009 Lexus GS. (303 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus GS weights approximately 345 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus GS. (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus GS. 2009 Lexus GS 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 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 De Tomaso Pantera | 2009 Lexus GS | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Lexus |
| Model | Pantera | GS |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 71 L |
