1990 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1998 Ford F-150
To start off, 1998 Ford F-150 is newer by 8 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 147 more horse power than 1998 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-150 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1990 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 1998 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 De Tomaso Pantera | 1998 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Pantera | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3050 mm |
