1990 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2008 MG TF
To start off, 2008 MG TF is newer by 18 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 192 more horse power than 2008 MG TF. (158 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2008 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 406 kg more than 2008 MG TF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 MG TF. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
1990 De Tomaso Pantera | 2008 MG TF | |
Make | De Tomaso | MG |
Model | Pantera | TF |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
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 | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 50 L |