1988 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2012 Infiniti G25
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G25 is newer by 24 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 132 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti G25. (218 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti G25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G25 weights approximately 190 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti G25. (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti G25. 2012 Infiniti G25 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. 2012 Infiniti G25 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 De Tomaso Pantera | 2012 Infiniti G25 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Infiniti |
Model | Pantera | G25 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 254 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4773 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1773 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 76 L |