1989 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1999 Ford F-150
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 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 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1989 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1989 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 166 kg more than 1999 Ford F-150.
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 Ford F-150 (597 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 De Tomaso Pantera. (460 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 De Tomaso Pantera. 1999 Ford F-150 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. 1999 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 De Tomaso Pantera | 1999 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Pantera | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 597 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3050 mm |
