1989 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1997 Panoz AIV
To start off, 1997 Panoz AIV is newer by 8 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 48 more horse power than 1997 Panoz AIV. (302 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1997 Panoz AIV.
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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Panoz AIV. (407 Nm). This means 1989 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Panoz AIV.
Compare all specifications:
1989 De Tomaso Pantera | 1997 Panoz AIV | |
Make | De Tomaso | Panoz |
Model | Pantera | AIV |
Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 302 HP |
Torque | 452 Nm | 407 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 | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |