1989 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1999 Ferrari F50
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F50 is newer by 10 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, 1999 Ferrari F50 (671 HP) has 321 more horse power than 1989 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster 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, 1999 Ferrari F50 (521 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 De Tomaso Pantera. (452 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 De Tomaso Pantera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 De Tomaso Pantera | 1999 Ferrari F50 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ferrari |
| Model | Pantera | F50 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 4698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 671 HP |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 371 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 | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
