1990 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1993 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1993 Subaru Leone 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 @ 5800 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 570 kg more than 1993 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Subaru Leone, 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, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera (452 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1990 De Tomaso Pantera | 1993 Subaru Leone | |
Make | De Tomaso | Subaru |
Model | Pantera | Leone |
Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |