1990 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2004 Ford F-250
To start off, 2004 Ford F-250 is newer by 14 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 54 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-250. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1990 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2004 Ford F-250 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, 2004 Ford F-250 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, 2004 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 De Tomaso Pantera. (452 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 De Tomaso Pantera.
Compare all specifications:
1990 De Tomaso Pantera | 2004 Ford F-250 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Pantera | F-250 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 144 L |