1990 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,444 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 695 kg more than 1990 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 De Tomaso Pantera. (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 De Tomaso Pantera. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1990 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 De Tomaso Pantera | 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Pantera | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 7444 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3110 mm |
