1989 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2005 Noble M12
To start off, 2005 Noble M12 is newer by 16 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 15 more horse power than 2005 Noble M12. (335 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2005 Noble M12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 370 kg more than 2005 Noble M12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Noble M12 (485 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 De Tomaso Pantera. (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Noble M12 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 | 2005 Noble M12 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Noble |
Model | Pantera | M12 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 485 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |