1990 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 18 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette 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. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 De Tomaso Pantera | 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | De Tomaso | Chevrolet |
Model | Pantera | Corvette |
Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1438 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |