1990 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1993 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1993 Opel Calibra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 De Tomaso Pantera 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 235 more horse power than 1993 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 226 kg more than 1993 Opel Calibra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 De Tomaso Pantera | 1993 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Opel |
| Model | Pantera | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
