1990 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2005 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2005 GMC Yukon is newer by 15 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 63 more horse power than 2005 GMC Yukon. (287 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 490 kg more than 1990 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2005 GMC Yukon 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, 2005 GMC Yukon 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Yukon. (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Yukon. 2005 GMC Yukon 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. 2005 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 De Tomaso Pantera | 2005 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | De Tomaso | GMC |
| Model | Pantera | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2880 mm |
