1990 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2003 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2003 TVR Tamora is newer by 13 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, both vehicles can yield 350 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 570 kg more than 2003 TVR Tamora.
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 (452 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 TVR Tamora. (381 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 TVR Tamora.
Compare all specifications:
1990 De Tomaso Pantera | 2003 TVR Tamora | |
Make | De Tomaso | TVR |
Model | Pantera | Tamora |
Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 65 L |