1990 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2005 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2005 Subaru Outback 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 182 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Outback. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback 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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Outback. (225 Nm). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 De Tomaso Pantera | 2005 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Subaru |
| Model | Pantera | Outback |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 64 L |
