1988 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2010 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2010 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 22 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 224 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Ulysse. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 368 kg more than 1988 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 1988 De Tomaso Pantera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Ulysse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Ulysse. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
1988 De Tomaso Pantera | 2010 Fiat Ulysse | |
Make | De Tomaso | Fiat |
Model | Pantera | Ulysse |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1788 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 80 L |