1989 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1998 Samsung SM5
To start off, 1998 Samsung SM5 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 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP) has 217 more horse power than 1998 Samsung SM5. (133 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1998 Samsung SM5.
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 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Samsung SM5. (184 Nm). This means 1989 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Samsung SM5. 1998 Samsung SM5 has automatic transmission and 1989 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1989 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Samsung SM5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 De Tomaso Pantera | 1998 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Samsung |
| Model | Pantera | SM5 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 133 HP |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
