1989 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1996 De Tomaso Bigua
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 7 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 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. (301 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua.
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 (452 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. (414 Nm). This means 1989 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 De Tomaso Pantera | 1996 De Tomaso Bigua | |
| Make | De Tomaso | De Tomaso |
| Model | Pantera | Bigua |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 301 HP |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| 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 | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
