1990 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2005 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 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) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover LR3. (300 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover LR3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 861 kg more than 1990 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2005 Land Rover LR3 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 Land Rover LR3 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) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover LR3. (427 Nm). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover LR3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 De Tomaso Pantera | 2005 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Land Rover |
| Model | Pantera | LR3 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 86 L |
