1989 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1988 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari F40 (622 HP) has 272 more horse power than 1989 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1989 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 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 De Tomaso Pantera. (452 Nm). This means 1988 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 De Tomaso Pantera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 De Tomaso Pantera | 1988 Ferrari F40 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ferrari |
| Model | Pantera | F40 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 622 HP |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
