1989 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 15 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 147 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 417 kg more than 1989 De Tomaso Pantera.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford F-150. (343 Nm). This means 1989 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 De Tomaso Pantera | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Pantera | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3050 mm |
