1988 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2011 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2011 Cadillac SRX is newer by 23 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 85 more horse power than 2011 Cadillac SRX. (265 HP @ 6950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2011 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 496 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, 2011 Cadillac SRX, 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac SRX. (302 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1988 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac SRX. 2011 Cadillac SRX 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. 2011 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1988 De Tomaso Pantera | 2011 Cadillac SRX | |
Make | De Tomaso | Cadillac |
Model | Pantera | SRX |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6950 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4834 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 79 L |