1989 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2004 Lexus LS
To start off, 2004 Lexus LS 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 72 more horse power than 2004 Lexus LS. (278 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus LS weights approximately 392 kg more 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, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lexus LS. (434 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus LS. 2004 Lexus LS 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. 2004 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 De Tomaso Pantera | 2004 Lexus LS | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Lexus |
| Model | Pantera | LS |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 278 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2930 mm |
