1989 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1990 Ferrari 348
To start off, 1990 Ferrari 348 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1990 Ferrari 348. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1990 Ferrari 348. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 45 kg more 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, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ferrari 348. (324 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
1989 De Tomaso Pantera | 1990 Ferrari 348 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ferrari |
Model | Pantera | 348 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 3405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |