1990 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1995 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1995 Ford Scorpio is newer by 5 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 236 more horse power than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 136 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1990 De Tomaso Pantera | 1995 Ford Scorpio | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Pantera | Scorpio |
Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1556 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1450 mm |