1990 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2000 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2000 Dodge Ram is newer by 10 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 177 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Ram weights approximately 476 kg more than 1990 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2000 Dodge Ram 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, 2000 Dodge Ram 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Ram. 2000 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1990 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 De Tomaso Pantera | 2000 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
| Model | Pantera | Ram |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2790 mm |
