1989 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy 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, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 60 kg more than 1989 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy 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, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 De Tomaso Pantera | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Subaru |
| Model | Pantera | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
