1989 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 18 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, 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo (493 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1989 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1989 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 10 kg more than 1989 De Tomaso Pantera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 De Tomaso Pantera. (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo 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 | 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
Make | De Tomaso | Lamborghini |
Model | Pantera | Gallardo |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 4961 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |