1989 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1998 Ford Contour
To start off, 1998 Ford Contour is newer by 9 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 155 more horse power than 1998 Ford Contour. (195 HP @ 6625 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 9 kg more than 1998 Ford Contour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 De Tomaso Pantera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Contour. (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 1989 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1989 De Tomaso Pantera | 1998 Ford Contour | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Pantera | Contour |
Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6625 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5625 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1411 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |