1989 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2006 Ford E-250
To start off, 2006 Ford E-250 is newer by 17 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 124 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-250. (226 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 200 kg more than 2006 Ford E-250. 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, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford E-250. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
1989 De Tomaso Pantera | 2006 Ford E-250 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Pantera | E-250 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 2140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3510 mm |