1989 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2010 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti FX is newer by 21 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 47 more horse power than 2010 Infiniti FX. (303 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2010 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti FX weights approximately 299 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Infiniti FX. (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Infiniti FX. 2010 Infiniti FX 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. 2010 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 De Tomaso Pantera | 2010 Infiniti FX | |
Make | De Tomaso | Infiniti |
Model | Pantera | FX |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2890 mm |