1990 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1999 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F355 is newer by 9 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, 1999 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1990 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1990 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 70 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F355.
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) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
1990 De Tomaso Pantera | 1999 Ferrari F355 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ferrari |
Model | Pantera | F355 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 363 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1350 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |